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Lyrics & meaning

Kaathoduthaan Dhaan

From Velli Vizha · 1972

Lyricist
Vaali
Singer
L. R. Eswari
Music director
V. Kumar
Movie name
Velli Vizha
Movie release year
1972
Lyrics added on
2 May 2018

Lyrics & meaning

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↻ English translation
: {Kathoduthaan naan paaduven
Manadhoduthaan naan pesuven
Vizhiyoduthaan vilaiyaduven
Un madi meedhuthaan kanmooduven} (2)
Kathoduthaan naan paaduven
{Valarndhaalum naan innum
Siru pillaithaan
Naan arindhaalum adhukooda
Nee solliththaan} (2)
Unakettra thunaiyaaga
Enai maattravaa
Unakettra thunaiyaaga
Enai maattravaa
Kula vilakkaaga naan vaazha
Valikaatta vaa
Kathoduthaan naan paaduven
Manadhoduthaan naan pesuven
Vizhiyoduthaan vilaiyaduven
Un madi meedhuthaan kanmooduven
Kathoduthaan naan paaduven
{Palootta
Oru pillai alaikkindrathu
Naan padum paattai
Oru pillai rasikindradhu} (2)
Enakkaaga iru nenjam
Thudikkindradhu
Enakkaaga iru nenjam
Thudikkindradhu
Idhil yaar kettu
En paattai mudikkindradhu
Kathoduthaan naan paaduven
Manadhoduthaan naan pesuven
Vizhiyoduthaan vilaiyaduven
Un madi meedhuthaan kanmooduven
I will sing only with the breeze,
I will speak only with the heart,
I will play only with the eyes,
and only on your lap will I close my eyes.
I will sing only with the breeze...
Even though I have grown up,
I am still a little child.
And whatever I know,
is only because you taught me.
To become the right match for you,
shall I change myself?
To become the right match for you,
shall I change myself?
To live as the light of your home,
come and show me the way.
I will sing only with the breeze,
I will speak only with the heart,
I will play only with the eyes,
and only on your lap will I close my eyes.
I will sing only with the breeze...
To be fed milk,
one child calls out to me.
And the song that I sing,
another child enjoys.
For my sake, two hearts
are beating with love.
For my sake, two hearts
are beating with love.
Listening to which of them
should I bring my song to an end?
I will sing only with the breeze,
I will speak only with the heart,
I will play only with the eyes,
and only on your lap will I close my eyes.
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Beyond the translation

Overall song meaning

This iconic song captures deep romantic devotion, intimacy, and the tender bond between lovers. The protagonist expresses intimate affection through soft whispers, heart-to-heart talks, playful glances, and finding ultimate comfort resting on her beloved's lap. She views herself with childlike innocence before her partner, seeking his guidance to evolve into an ideal life partner and the family's guiding light (Kula Vilakku). In the second verse, the lyrics beautifully blend romantic love with maternal affection, balancing her care between a child needing nourishment and a loving partner enjoying her song. Surrounded by love from two beating hearts, she expresses profound contentment in her cherished place within her family.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Iyaibu (End Rhyme)

“Kathoduthaan naan paaduven / Manadhoduthaan naan pesuven”

The lines end with identical rhyming suffixes ('paaduven', 'pesuven', 'vilaiyaduven', 'kanmooduven'), creating a soothing, musical cadence.

Uvamaani (Metaphor)

“Kula vilakkaaga naan vaazha”

'Kula vilakku' (light of the family) is used as a poetic metaphor representing a woman who brings prosperity, moral light, and happiness to the household.

Anaphora (Repetition for Emphasis)

“Kathoduthaan... Manadhoduthaan... Vizhiyoduthaan...”

The suffix '-oduthaan' (only with) is repeated sequentially to emphasize exclusivity and deep devotion in love.

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Trivia

'Kaathoduthaan Naan Paaduven' is an evergreen classic from the 1972 film 'Velli Vizha', directed by K. Balachander. Composed by V. Kumar with lyrics by Vaali, the song was rendered by L.R. Eswari, showcasing her versatility in delivering a soft, romantic lullaby-style melody distinct from her usual high-energy cabaret tracks.

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