- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singers
- K. J. Yesudas, Vani Jairam
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Imayam
- Movie release year
- 1979
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Nov 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic song from 'Imayam' (1979) uses the sacred confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna as a metaphor for the union of two lovers, music and rhythm, and divine romance. The poet compares the heroine's delicate grace and shyness to Goddess Meenakshi (Angayarkanni), celebrating her charm, soft smile, and radiant beauty. The lyrics beautifully weave classical music elements like Raagam, Thaalam, and Moganam to illustrate the harmony and auspiciousness of love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamai (Simile)
“Poo pol mella sirithaal”
In 'Poo pol mella sirithaal', the heroine's gentle smile is compared to the soft blooming of a flower.
Uruvagam (Metaphor)
“Gangai Yamunai Ingu thaan Sangamam”
The confluence of the rivers Ganges and Yamuna is used as a metaphor for the union of love and music.
Moonaai / Etukai (Alliteration and Rhyming)
“Sendhoora mai vannam / Sindhaamal sidharaamal / Sandhosham kondaadum kaigal ingae”
Rhythmic rhyming in consecutive lines such as 'Sendhoora', 'Sindhaamal', and 'Sandhosham' creates a pleasing auditory flow.
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Trivia
The film 'Imayam' (1979) starred Sivaji Ganesan and Sripriya. The music for the film was composed by the legendary composer M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics penned by the renowned poet Kannadasan. The song famously uses pentatonic scale associations linked to Raga Mohanam to accentuate the classical feel.
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