- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Imayam
- Movie release year
- 1979
- Lyrics added on
- 26 Nov 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic song 'Imayam Kanden' captures the serene beauty and romantic ecstasy of experiencing love amidst the grandeur of the Himalayas and Nepal. Kannadasan weaves natural splendor—snowy peaks, flowing rivers, rainbow colors, and mist—with the intimacy of lovers. The song portrays nature itself as an inviting canvas where romantic passion evolves into a sublime, spiritual state of bliss and quiet wisdom.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Kaadhal thaen kinnamae”
Comparing love directly to a cup of honey to emphasize sweetness.
Imagery
“Vaira vin meengalae”
Paints a vivid picture of stars gleaming like diamonds in the sky above the mountain range.
Iyaibu (Rhyming Endings)
“Nyaana kalai allavaa / Mauna nilai allavaa”
Rhythmic end-rhyme scheme using 'aallavaa' to create a melodic cadence.
Moonaal / Alliteration
“Pattu poovai thottu paarthaen”
Repetition of initial consonant sound 'P' in consecutive words.
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Trivia
The song is composed by M. S. Viswanathan for the 1979 film 'Imayam' starring Sivaji Ganesan and Srividya, featuring iconic vocals by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and B. S. Sasirekha. It was extensively picturized in Nepal and scenic Himalayan regions.
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