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Lyrics & meaning

Nenjirukkum Varai

From Rani Samyuktha · 1962

Lyricist
Kannadasan
Singer
P. Susheela
Music director
K. V. Mahadevan
Details
Rani Samyuktha1962

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Andha ninaivinil avar mugam niraindhirukkumIn that memory, his face will be filled completely
Nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Andha ninaivinil avar mugam niraindhirukkumIn that memory, his face will be filled completely
Endhan nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Female
Konjam ilamai kudi irukkumA touch of youthfulness resides inside
Ha haa haa haaHa haa haa haa
Konjam ilamai kudi irukkumA touch of youthfulness resides inside
Paarvai kurukurukkum maeni paraparkkumHis sharp gaze pierces with love, making my body flutter with excitement
Endhan nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Andha ninaivinil avar mugam niraindhirukkumIn that memory, his face will be filled completely
Endhan nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Female
Vaalinilae oru kai malarnthirukkumOne of his hands rests like a flower upon his sword
Vaalinilae oru kai malarnthirukkumOne of his hands rests like a flower upon his sword
Maru kai mangai en mugam thaedi asainthirukkumHis other hand sways in search of this young maiden's face
Vaalinilae oru kai malarnthirukkumOne of his hands rests like a flower upon his sword
Maru kai mangai en mugam thaedi asainthirukkumHis other hand sways in search of this young maiden's face
Tholinukkum malaikkum thodarbirukkumThere is a strong connection between his broad shoulders and the mighty mountains
Tholinukkum malaikkum thodarbirukkumThere is a strong connection between his broad shoulders and the mighty mountains
Indha thoghai kendre idhayam thiranthirukkumHis heart has opened up exclusively for this peacock-like maiden
Endhan nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain
Andha ninaivinil avar mugam niraindhirukkumIn that memory, his face will be filled completely
Endhan nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkumAs long as my heart exists, the memory will remain

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

In this classic romantic composition from Rani Samyuktha, the heroine expresses her deep and everlasting love for her beloved (Prithviraj Chauhan). She reflects on how her heart and mind are eternally filled with his face and memories for as long as she lives. She fondly describes his youthful charm, his heroic aura, and the tender contrast between his warrior nature and his romantic affection for her. The lyrics beautifully juxtapose martial grandeur with romantic tenderness. Kannadasan captures the image of a warrior whose one hand rests upon his sword while the other tenderly reaches out for his lady love, emphasizing both his valor and his devotion to her.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Iyaibu (Rhyme)

Nenjirukkum varaikkum ninaivirukkum

The repetition of the ending suffix 'irukkum' across lines creates a rhythmic harmony (Iyaibu Todai) throughout the stanza.

Metaphor (Uruvagaim)

Indha thoghai kendre idhayam thiranthirukkum

Comparing the heroine to a 'thoghai' (peacock) to express grace and beauty.

Hyperbole / Imagery

Tholinukkum malaikkum thodarbirukkum

Comparing the warrior hero's shoulders to majestic mountains, emphasizing strength and heroism.

Onomatopoeia / Imagery (Oli-kkurippu)

Paarvai kurukurukkum maeni paraparkkum

'Kurukurukkum' and 'paraparkkum' use vivid sensory words to describe the playful gaze and physical excitement of romantic feeling.

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Trivia

'Rani Samyuktha' (1962) stars M. G. Ramachandran as Prithviraj Chauhan and Padmini as Princess Samyuktha. The iconic soundtrack composed by K. V. Mahadevan features timeless melodies sung by P. Susheela, who brought remarkable grace to Kannadasan's poetic lyrics.

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