- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singers
- A. R. Rahman, K. S. Chithra
- Music director
- A. R. Rahman
- Movie name
- O Kadhal Kanmani
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 7 Mar 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Malargal Kaetten is a deeply lyrical and soulful composition from O Kadhal Kanmani that blurs the lines between romantic love and spiritual devotion. The protagonist expresses profound gratitude towards their partner or divine guide, noting that for every modest request made, the loved one responds with overwhelming abundance and benevolence.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Hyperbole / Utpreksha
“Malargal kaetten vanamae thanthanai”
Exaggeration used to emphasize the partner's extreme generosity by contrasting small requests with vast rewards.
Antithesis / Contrast (Ethirchor)
“Pallam veezhnthen sigaram serthanai”
Contrasting opposing concepts such as falling into a low ditch ('pallam') versus being raised to a high peak ('sigaram').
Metaphor (Uvamaikani)
“Irulil thozhainthen oliyaai vanthanai”
Comparing the beloved's guidance to light in darkness and a path in a dense forest.
Anaphora / Initial Rhyme (MoonaI)
“Ethai naan ketppin...”
Repetition of starting phrases across lines to create a rhythmic, devotional chant effect.
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Trivia
Composed by A. R. Rahman and sung exquisitely by K. S. Chithra along with Rahman himself, 'Malargal Kaetten' is set predominantly in the Carnatic raga Jaunpuri. The track stands out in the film 'O Kadhal Kanmani' for its classical touch and minimalistic arrangements amidst a modern soundtrack.
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