- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- K. S. Chitra
- Music director
- S. P. Venkatesh
- Movie name
- Adutha Kattam
- Movie release year
- 1999
- Lyrics added on
- 7 Apr 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic song captures the tension between magnetic sensual attraction and self-dignity. Using vivid folk imagery of nature—such as ants drawn to sweet sugarcane and monkeys seeking ripe fruit—it acknowledges natural human desires while firmly asserting personal boundaries. The singer reminds her admirer that she is a performer dedicated to her art and deserving of respect, urging him to appreciate her beauty with his eyes rather than crossing limits or treating her as mere eye candy.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Karumbukku erumbu varum / Kani thinna kurangu varum”
Compares natural irresistible instincts (ants attracted to sugar, monkeys to fruits) to male attraction towards female beauty.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navitchi)
“Kattazhgi kannadiththaal / Kattilukku nilavu varum”
Exaggerates the impact of a wink, suggesting it is so captivating that even the moon would descend to the bed.
Repetition/Rhyme (Iyaippu)
“Ival aada vanthaval kalaiyaala vanthaval / Pala nooru paadalgal parimaara vanthaval”
Use of the repeating suffix 'vanthaval' at line endings to create a rhythmic cadence celebrating the dancer's intent.
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Trivia
Penned by poet Vairamuthu, the lyrics use traditional Tamil folk motifs and rhythm (Jaakku) to balance playful dance energy with themes of female dignity and artistic passion.
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