- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singer
- Jikki
- Music director
- G. Govindarajulu Naidu
- Movie name
- Maya Manithan
- Movie release year
- 1958
- Lyrics added on
- 2 Feb 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Kannukullae minnal aadudhu' from Maya Manithan (1958) is a lively, rhythmic dance number sung by Jikki. The performer describes how her dazzling dance and sparkling eyes dispel all the worries of the audience, compelling their hands and feet to tap along to the beat in sheer joy.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani / Urvagadam)
“Kannukullae minnal aadudhu”
Comparing the brilliance and charm in her eyes to flashing lightning ('minnal aadudhu').
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Kannukullae minnal aadudhu / Kaanum ungal kavalai oodudhu / Kaiyum kaalum thaalamae podudhu”
The repetitive ending sound '-dhu' creates a fast-paced, catchy rhythmic flow suitable for a dance track.
Monaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Kannukullae... / Kaanum... / Kaiyum...”
The repetition of the 'K' consonant sound at the start of consecutive lines creates musical harmony.
Humorous Imagery & Social Satire
“Kai murukkudhu paaru meesai / Adhan manasulae irukkudhu aasai”
A lively depiction of audience antics—twirling mustaches, pulling out money, staring, and grinning helplessly.
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Trivia
Maya Manithan (1958) featured music composed by G. Govindarajulu Naidu with lyrics penned by A. Maruthakasi. Singer Jikki's vibrant and expressive vocal delivery made this song a standout dance number of the late 1950s Tamil cinema.
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