- Lyricist
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Adutha Varisu
- Movie release year
- 1983
- Lyrics added on
- 17 Sept 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Kaaviriyae Kavikuyilae from Adutha Varisu (1983) is a melodious romantic duet portraying the deep intimacy and intense yearning between two lovers. Set against poetic nature imagery—such as the river Cauvery, singing birds, soothing breezes, and entwining vines—the song captures the joy of two souls merging into one harmonious relationship. Throughout the track, the male and female leads exchange playful and passionate expressions of affection, comparing love to sweet honey and refreshing breeze. The track seamlessly incorporates English expressions like 'I love you' and 'You are my sweet heart' alongside rich Tamil poetic metaphors, creating a lively yet traditional romantic atmosphere.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Kaaviriyae kavikuyilae”
Compares the heroine to the flowing river Cauvery, a sweet singing cuckoo bird, and a tender vine.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Kodiyum valarndhu varum / Kannaa padarum kilai neeyae”
Compares the heroine to a growing vine and the hero to the supportive tree branch on which it spreads.
Repetition for Effect (Adukkuthodar)
“Valara valara sugamae”
The word 'valara' is repeated consecutively to emphasize the continuous growth of joy and compatibility.
Initial Rhyme / Alliteration (Monai)
“Kaaviriyae kavikuyilae”
The starting consonants 'Ka' in 'Kaaviriyae' and 'kavikuyilae' establish an appealing rhythmic beat.
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