- Lyricist
- T. Rajendar
- Singer
- K. S. Chitra
- Music director
- T. Rajendar
- Movie name
- Poo Poova Poothirukku
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Mar 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from the movie Poo Poova Poothirukku (1987) celebrates youthful passion and romantic longing using vivid imagery from nature. The lovers compare their feelings to the sweet song of the cuckoo bird, the gentle breeze embracing the river, and paired flowers whispering stories to each other. The lyrics convey the joy of intimacy, where hours feel like minutes, and dreams of love remain limitless.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Onomatopoeia (Oli-kkurippu)
“Kukkoo kukkoo kukkoo kukkoo kuyilae”
The line uses 'Kukkoo' to imitate the natural sound call of the cuckoo bird.
Monai (Initial Rhyming / Alliteration)
“Inimai raagam ingae ilamai thaagam ingae”
Repetition of initial vowel sound 'I' in 'Inimai' and 'Ilamai' creates musical rhythm.
Personification (Uruvagamaakkal)
“Antha kaatchithanai paarththa thendralumthaan veesum paarvai veesum”
Attributing human actions like gazing and seeking a romantic partner to the gentle breeze (thendral).
Adukku Thodar (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Engum engum kadhal pongum pongum paadal”
The words 'Engum' and 'Pongum' are repeated sequentially to emphasize abundance and universality of love.
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Trivia
The soundtrack for Poo Poova Poothirukku (1987) was composed by T. Rajendar, who also wrote the lyrics for the songs. Known for his signature rhyming style and lyrical symmetry, T. Rajendar often utilized natural elements like birds, breezes, and flowers to express tender romantic feelings in his music.
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