- Lyricist
- Kattalai Jaya
- Singers
- Justin Prabhakaran, Latha Krishna
- Music director
- Justin Prabhakaran
- Movie name
- Ulkuthu
- Movie release year
- 2017
- Lyrics added on
- 12 Jul 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Pesayala' (Kuru Kuru Kannal) from the movie Ulkuthu is a sweet romantic duet depicting the gentle blossoming of love between two young hearts. The lovers express their awe and admiration for each other using vivid metaphors of nature, light breeze, and gentle waves. The female lead describes how a simple look from the male protagonist steals her heart and leaves her frail like a fallen leaf, while the male lead marvels at her goddess-like grace draped in a saree. As the duet progresses, both express how their thoughts melt into each other's presence, feeling rejuvenated, captivated, and entirely filled with the sweet essence and fragrance of their newfound affection.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhukai (Second Letter Rhyming)
“Kuru kuru kannal / Thuru thuru ponna”
The second letters of 'Kuru kuru' and 'Thuru thuru' share the 'ru' sound, creating a pleasing auditory rhythm in the opening couplets.
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Sarugaanen paaru”
'Sarugaanen paaru' compares the lover's state to a dry leaf helpless in the wind of love.
Hyperbole (Uruvagaim / Uyavu)
“Un alaiyila naan karaiyiren”
'Un alaiyila naan karaiyiren' metaphorically describes the emotional overwhelming as dissolving in the waves of the lover's presence.
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Trivia
The song is composed by Justin Prabhakaran for the action-drama film 'Ulkuthu' (2017), starring Dinesh and Nandita Swetha. The lyrics were penned by Kattalai Jaya, known for capturing authentic native romantic nuances.
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