- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singer
- R. Balasaraswathi Devi
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Raja Rajan
- Movie release year
- 1957
- Lyrics added on
- 17 Nov 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic romantic track from Raja Rajan (1957) expresses deep love, devotion, and poetic admiration. The protagonist speaks to their beloved as a dream of eternal desire and a constant memory that occupies their entire intellect. The lyrics describe the powerful effect of love that overwhelms logic and creates a world of boundless joy. The beloved is praised as a combination of sweet elegance, unwavering bravery, and irresistible emotional attachment.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Alai modhi enadhu arivae / Nilai thadumaara seidha thiruvae”
The second consonant 'lai' matches in 'Alai' and 'Nilai', creating a smooth Tamil rhythmic flow.
Alliteration (Monai)
“Valaiyaadha veeram vilaiyaadum uyirae”
Repetition of the 'V' sound across 'Valaiyaadha', 'veeram', and 'vilaiyaadum' creates strong lyrical cadence.
Metaphor (Uvameyam)
“Manam veesum kaadhal malarae”
Love is metaphorically described as a fragrant flower and a net of affection that captures the heart.
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Trivia
Raja Rajan (1957) was a historical fiction film starring M. G. Ramachandran (MGR) and P. Bhanumathi. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan, with lyrics penned by the renowned poet A. Maruthakasi.
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