- Lyricist
- R. Sundarrajan
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- Deva
- Movie name
- Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen
- Movie release year
- 1997
- Lyrics added on
- 11 Nov 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Manimegalaiyae' from the 1997 film 'Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen' expresses a lover's romantic yearning and adoration for his beloved named Manimegalai. The protagonist lovingly pleads with her to stay awake and relieve the emotional restlessness in his heart, praising her natural beauty that shines brilliantly even without gold ornaments. He emphasizes that love is the only true wealth in life and poetically promises to keep her name etched in his heart forever as he waits for her music and presence.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second letter rhyming)
“Manimegalaiyae mani aagalaiyae”
Rhyming of the second letter 'ni' in 'Manimegalaiyae' and 'ani' in 'mani aagalaiyae'.
Simile (Upamai)
“Sembaruthi poova pola / Chinna selai nooolai pola”
Comparing the girl's delicate beauty and presence to a hibiscus flower ('Sembaruthi poova pola') and a fine saree thread ('Chinna selai nooolai pola').
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Indha megathukku… / Oru pennilavu”
Comparing the girl to a 'pennilavu' (feminine moon) bringing light to his world.
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Trivia
The film 'Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen' stars Vijay and Dimple in lead roles. The soundtrack was composed by Deva, featuring memorable romantic melodies that highlighted late 90s Tamil cinema music aesthetics.
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