- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singers
- P. Susheela, L. R. Eswari
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Kodimalar
- Movie release year
- 1966
- Lyrics added on
- 5 Jul 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic song expresses an intoxicating, sensory joy while bathing in a flowing river or stream. The lyrics evoke the playful touch of silver fish against the feet, the movement of waves around the waist, and the exhilarating warmth of romantic passion transforming the cool water. As the drape floats free and the cool breeze wraps around the body, the immersive experience transports the mind into a serene, golden paradise.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Visual Imagery
“Vellik kendai meengal vandhu / Kaalodu modhudhadi”
Paints a vivid, shimmering picture of silver carp fish swimming up and lightly bumping into feet in clear water.
Reduplication (Adukku Thodar)
“Saram saramaai paayudhadi”
The repeating word 'saram saramaai' emphasizes the rhythmic, cascading flow of water streams.
Hyperbole
“Thanneerum mella mella / Venneeraai maarudhadi”
Exaggerates the body's rising emotional warmth and sensory thrill by claiming cool natural water is turning into hot water.
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Trivia
Composed by M. S. Vishwanathan for the film 'Kodimalar' (1966), this playful water-scene song features lyrics by Kannadasan and is rendered as a vibrant duet by P. Susheela and L. R. Eswari.
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