- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- V. Kumar
- Movie name
- Kasthuri Vijayam
- Movie release year
- 1975
- Lyrics added on
- 22 Jul 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This sensual and romantic song features a woman beckoning her lover with seductive metaphors. She describes herself as a precious diamond waiting to be stolen, a youthful cuckoo bird, and a doll tailored for his dreams. She urges him to ignore any obstacles or watchful eyes ('eagles on the shore') and indulge in secret pleasures while time is still on their side.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Ennai kadaththu……vairam naan…..”
The speaker repeatedly compares herself to a precious diamond ('vairam naan') and a cuckoo bird ('paruvakaala kuyil') to symbolize her value and youthful beauty.
Ethirai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Kadalilae nam padagugal / Karaiyilae sila kazhugugal”
The second consonant sound 'da' matches across consecutive lines ('Kadalilae' and 'Karaiyilae').
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Neram surukkam naerattum nerukkam”
Rhyming end-words 'surukkam' and 'nerukkam' create a fast-paced rhythmic feel reflecting urgency.
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Trivia
Written by the legendary lyricist Kannadasan, 'Kasthuri Vijayam' (1975) is a lesser-known Tamil feature film starring Muthuraman. Kannadasan's lyrics in the song employ alluring imagery centered around gems, pearls, and moonlit canopies.
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