- Lyricist
- Aalangudi Somu
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Garuda Saukiyama
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 26 Feb 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Muththu raththina chiththiram ondru is a romantic track celebrating youthful allure, intimacy, and poetic passion. The song describes the beloved as a masterpiece crafted from pearls and rubies, invoking rich classical imagery such as Kamban's poetry and comparing her features to delicate flowers, honey, and the radiant moon. Composed by M. S. Viswanathan and sung with alluring vocal expressions by S. Janaki, the lyrics written by Aalangudi Somu vividly capture the sensory feelings of romantic longing, midnight bliss, and physical closeness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Muththu raththina chiththiram ondru”
Compares the beloved directly to a precious painting or sculpture made of pearls and rubies.
Initial Rhyme / Alliteration (Moonaai)
“Muththu raththina chiththiram ondru / Moga muththirai raagam payindru”
Repetition of the initial consonant sounds ('Mu' and 'Mo') across consecutive lines.
Repetition (Adukku Thodaru)
“Solla solla manam inikkum / Mella mella sugam pirakkum”
Words repeated consecutively ('Solla solla', 'Mella mella') to build rhythmic tempo and emphasize sensory delight.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navortchi)
“Pattu mugam vatta nilavai vellum”
Exaggerating the beauty of a silky face by claiming it wins over or surpasses the perfection of the round full moon.
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Trivia
Featured in the 1982 movie 'Garuda Saukiyama' starring Sivaji Ganesan and Sujatha, this song highlights S. Janaki's remarkable vocal modulation and ability to convey romantic nuances, paired seamlessly with M.S. Viswanathan's lush orchestration.
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