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Lyrics & meaning

Kadhal Ennulle

From Neram · 2010

Lyricist
Vel Murugan
Singer
Ranjith Govind
Music director
Rajesh Murugesan
Details
Neram2010

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Kadhal EnnullaeLove inside me
Vandha neram ariyaamalWithout knowing the exact moment it arrived
Naatkal ippadi odudhae vazhvilDays are flying by like this in life
Naanum unnudan nadakira neramDuring the time I walk alongside you
Innaalil saalai athanaiOn these days, even the ordinary road
Azhagaai maarumTransforms to become so beautiful
Male
Kadhal EnnullaeLove inside me
Vandha neram ariyaamalWithout knowing the exact moment it arrived
Naatkal ippadi odudhae vazhvilDays are flying by like this in life
Naanum unnudan nadakira neramDuring the time I walk alongside you
Innaalil saalai athanaiOn these days, even the ordinary road
Azhagaai maarumTransforms to become so beautiful
Male
Arthamilla veenaana vaarthaigalaiEven when I speak meaningless and futile words
Naan pesum velayilum rasipaaiYou enjoy and relish listening to them
Male
Kadhal EnnullaeLove inside me
Vandha neram ariyaamalWithout knowing the exact moment it arrived
Naatkal ippadi odudhae vazhvilDays are flying by like this in life
Naanum unnudan nadakira neramDuring the time I walk alongside you
Innaalil saalai athanaiOn these days, even the ordinary road
Azhagaai maarumTransforms to become so beautiful
Male
Vazhvinilae un moochu thoorathilaeIn life, within the reach of your breath
Unnodu illai endraal thavippenIf I am not with you, I will suffer in pain
Vazhum naatkalilumIn all the days I live
Auyul muludhilumThroughout my entire lifespan
Un vaasathilae pilaipenI will survive in your sweet fragrance
Male
Kadhal EnnullaeLove inside me
Vandha neram ariyaamalWithout knowing the exact moment it arrived
Naatkal ippadi odudhae vazhvilDays are flying by like this in life
Naanum unnudan nadakira neramDuring the time I walk alongside you
Innaalil saalai athanaiOn these days, even the ordinary road
Azhagaai maarumTransforms to become so beautiful

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song is a tender expression of romantic love and the magical transformation it brings to everyday life. The speaker reflects on how love crept in silently without notice, making time seem to pass effortlessly and transforming mundane street walks into beautiful experiences when shared with the beloved.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Anaphora / Refrain

Kadhal Ennullae

The lines beginning with 'Kadhal Ennullae' repeat periodically throughout the song to anchor the central theme of subtle, overwhelming love.

Moonaai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)

Naatkal ippadi odudhae vazhvil / Naanum unnudan nadakira neram

Repetition of initial consonant sounds like 'Naa' in 'Naatkal' and 'Naanum' creates a pleasing auditory rhythm.

Visual Imagery

Innaalil saalai athanai Azhagaai maarum

The transformation of a simple street/pathway into something exceptionally beautiful when walking with a loved one paints a vivid romantic scene.

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Trivia

This track belongs to the soundtrack of the short film 'Neram' (2010), directed by Alphonse Puthren, which later served as the concept foundation for his acclaimed 2013 debut feature film of the same name.

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