- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chitra
- Music director
- Gangai Amaran
- Movie name
- Jeeva (1988 Film)
- Movie release year
- 1988
- Lyrics added on
- 5 Mar 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a playful and cheeky romantic duet between the lead couple. The male protagonist boastfully portrays himself as the grand hero who has arrived to woo his beloved, calling their connection an 'epic love story' (Kaaviya Kaadhal). However, the heroine mockingly counters his grandiosity, calling it 'paper love' (Kaagitha Kaadhal) and teasing him to prove his bravery and manhood instead of just boasting. Throughout the track, the song captures a spirited banter filled with mock arguments, lighthearted threats, and playful challenges. The hero ultimately yields in affection, claiming total surrender to her charm, while the heroine teases him about the chilly weather and his passionate nature, wrapping up a classic Tamil cinema courtship duet.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Yaeiyaa muraikkira saami / Un veeram engae kaami”
Rhyming of ending words 'saami' and 'kaami' creates a rhythmic cadence in the line.
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Aahaa idhu oru kaagitha kadhal”
The heroine describes his romance as 'paper love' (kaagitha kaadhal), metaphorically suggesting it is fragile, superficial, and fake.
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Un vaalipa porvaiyai poththu”
Youth is metaphorically referred to as a blanket ('vaalipa porvai') meant to keep warm during cold weather.
Alliteration / Iyaipu
“vaa vaa samarasa pechchaa / Un veeram theeram pochchaa”
The end rhyming of 'pechchaa' and 'pochchaa' combined with the internal rhyme of 'veeram' and 'theeram' adds poetic punch.
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Trivia
The movie 'Jeeva' (1988) was directed by actor-director Pratap Pothen and starred Vijayakanth and Amala in the lead roles. The film featured a hit soundtrack composed by Gangai Amaran, who also penned the lyrics for this energetic, banter-filled duet.
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