- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Jallikattu
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 14 Dec 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This playful duet features a hero and heroine playfully flirting and navigating the initial awkwardness of romance. The hero humorously confesses that he is inexperienced in love, singing, and romantic gestures, comparing himself humbly to legendary singer T. M. Soundararajan and actor Sivaji Ganesan. The heroine encourages him with lighthearted teasing, assuring him that love and romance come naturally with practice and intimacy. Through energetic exchanges and rhythmic banter, they playfully debate affection, ending in agreement that love requires practice and enthusiasm.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamaani / Metaphor (உவமை)
“Kadhal kiliyae kadhal kiliyae”
Addressing the beloved as 'Kadhal kiliyae' (Love parrot), a traditional romantic term endearment.
Emona / Rhyme (எதுகை)
“Kadhalikka duet padanum katti pudikkanum”
Rhyming structure and cadence using end-words like 'padanum', 'pudikkanum', 'aadanum', and 'anaikanum'.
Pop Culture Metaphor / Allusion
“Naan onnum paattu padikka TMS illa”
Humorous reference to veteran playback singer T. M. Soundararajan (TMS) and legendary actor Sivaji Ganesan ('Jangi' / Sivaji) to contrast the singer's innocence with legendary romantic icons.
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Trivia
The song comes from the 1987 Tamil movie 'Jallikattu' starring Sivaji Ganesan, Sathyaraj, and Radha. The film's music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, and the lyrics were penned by Gangai Amaran.
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