- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singers
- S. Janaki, S. C. Krishnan
- Music director
- Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy
- Movie name
- Raja Malaiya Simman
- Movie release year
- 1959
- Lyrics added on
- 7 Dec 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This playful and satirical duet from 'Raja Malaiya Simman' (1959) highlights the importance of valor and military defense alongside agriculture and literature. The song begins with a profound thought: the prosperity of a nation relies on the plow's tip (farming) and the pen's tip (knowledge). However, both essential pillars require protection, which comes from military courage and the tip of the sword. The lyrics humorously contrast true bravery on the battlefield with cowardice, teasing men who lack courage by suggesting they remain confined to domestic tasks like chopping vegetables in the kitchen.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor / Symbolism (Iru Munai)
“Naadu sezhipadhelleam yer muniyaalae / Pudhu yedu pirappadhellaam ezhudhu kol munaiyalae”
The 'tip of the plow' and 'tip of the pen' serve as metaphors for agriculture and wisdom, representing the core pillars of a thriving civilization.
Anaphora / Repetition
“Yedhanaalae yedhanaalae yedhanaalae…. / Idhanaalae idhanaalae idhanaalae”
The rhythmic repetition of 'Yedhanaalae' (By what?) and 'Idhanaalae' (Because of this) builds conversational tension and musical momentum.
Iyaibu (Rhyme)
“Maarai thatti nimirndhu nindru / Por munaikku odi sendru”
The end-rhyming words 'nindru' and 'sendru' provide a rhythmic marching cadence fitting for a battle song.
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Trivia
'Raja Malaiya Simman' (1959) was a action-adventure film starring Ranjan and Rajasulochana, released simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu. Lyricist A. Maruthakasi crafted this witty dialogue-style song, showcasing the musical duo Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy's versatility in blending comedy with heroic motifs.
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