- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singer
- K. S. Chithra
- Music director
- Maragadha Mani
- Movie name
- Vaaname Ellai
- Movie release year
- 1992
- Lyrics added on
- 26 Feb 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Naadodi Mannargale is an uplifting song from K. Balachander's 1992 movie Vaaname Ellai, featuring music composed by Maragathamani (M. M. Keeravani) and lyrics penned by Vairamuthu. The song serves as a powerful tribute to performing arts, self-worth, and the bond between an artist and true art lovers. The protagonist compares her inner creative light to the moon, asserting that no matter how much society tries to constrain her, her spirit will continue to radiate light. Throughout the track, the lyricist contrasts superficial lust and commercial performance with genuine artistic appreciation. While commercial shows attract crowds interested only in glamour, true art connects directly with the audience's soul, rewriting destiny itself. The song concludes with a joyous celebration of art, dancing, and the mutually respectful relationship between performers and their admirers.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai / Uvamaani)
“Nilavai pidiththu… Tharayil sirai vaithaalum Velicham kodukkum adhuthaan enakkum”
The artist compares her artistic soul to the moon; even if jailed on earth, the moon cannot stop giving light.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navortchi)
“Ada yamunaiyai sirai kondu Kuvalaikkul adaikira”
Exaggerating the idea of capturing an entire river inside a small container to mock unrealistic demands.
Monnai (Initial Alliteration)
“Nadanam vaazhga nadigai vaazhga / Nalamaai vaazhga naalum vaazhga”
Repetition of the 'Na' sound across consecutive lines creating a rhythmic musical effect.
Antithesis / Contrast (Muran)
“Vesham pottu naan aadinaal... / Vesham indri indru aadinen...”
Contrasting male crowds looking for superficial charm when wearing disguise vs. true well-wishers when performing authentically without disguise.
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Trivia
Vaaname Ellai (1992) was directed by legendary filmmaker K. Balachander. The soundtrack was composed by Maragathamani, who is famously known across India as M. M. Keeravani (composer of Baahubali and RRR). The song prominently features the playback singing of K. S. Chithra along with chorus voices.
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