- Lyricist
- T. Rajendar
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- T. Rajendar
- Movie name
- Mythili Ennai Kaathali
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 8 Jun 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This iconic track from Mythili Ennai Kaathali captures the all-consuming nature of love and passion. The protagonist is so deeply enamored with Mythili that he senses her presence in every corner of his world, declaring that she is his ultimate reason for living and the center of his universe. The lyrics articulate an aching desire to behold her face and hear her voice, expressing an enduring commitment to cherish her within his heart forever. Through rhythmic repetition of her name, the song reflects an overwhelming emotional devotion.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Epistrophe
“Engum mythili edhilum mythili”
The repetition of the beloved's name 'Mythili' at the end of successive phrases emphasizes the protagonist's single-minded obsession and devotion.
Parallelism
“Paarkka thudippaen mythili / Pesa thudippaen mythili”
The structured repetition of 'thudippaen mythili' paired with verbs of perception ('paarkka' for seeing, 'pesa' for speaking) underscores his intense yearning.
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Trivia
'Mythili Ennai Kaathali' (1986) was an all-round showcase for T. Rajendar, who wrote the story, screenplay, lyrics, composed the soundtrack, and directed and starred in the film. The track was rendered by iconic singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam.
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