- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- T. M. Soundararajan
- Music director
- T. R. Pappa
- Movie name
- Teacheramma
- Movie release year
- 1968
- Lyrics added on
- 22 Jul 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This romantic song from Teacheramma (1968), penned by lyricist Kannadasan, captures a lover's awe upon meeting the woman who had previously appeared only in his dreams. He wonders if this charming maiden is the true definition of beauty and passion, comparing her captivating presence to rich Tamil poetry that carries deep dual meanings. He contrasts her affectionate letters with her hesitant, shy behavior in person, lightheartedly noting how her bashfulness creates a charming dilemma. Ultimately, the song celebrates the joy of a dream vision turning into a real, heartfelt introduction.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Ethukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Kanavil nindra thirumugam / Kanni ival pudhu mugam”
Repetition of the second consonant 'na' sound between 'Kanavil' and 'Kanni' establishes rhythm.
Rhetorical Question (Vinaa Ani)
“Azhagukku oruthi endraal / Aval ivaldhaano”
The poet uses questioning endings ('-o') to express wonder about whether she is the ideal beauty.
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Iru porul thaangi vandha / Thamizh malar theno”
Comparing the maiden to a fountain of desire and the sweet honey of a Tamil flower.
Contrast (Muran)
“Ezhuthukkum seyalukkum / Sambandham illai”
Contrasting her expressive written words ('ezhuthu') with her shy real-world behavior ('seyal').
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Trivia
Teacheramma (1968) featured Jaishankar and Devika in lead roles. The soundtrack was composed by K. V. Mahadevan with lyrics by Kannadasan, who frequently incorporated classical literary Tamil motifs such as dual meanings ('iru porul') into film songs.
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