- Lyricist
- Pulamaipithan
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Kootu Puzhukkal
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Dec 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Niththam Niththam En Kannodu' is a soothing romantic song from the 1987 Tamil film Kootu Puzhukkal, penned by Pulamaipithan. The song captures a lover's deep enchantment and tender longing as he reminisces about sweet moments with his beloved. He compares her soothing presence to a full moon showering cool rosewater over his heart and fondly recalls how someone who played in the dirt yesterday has now made a permanent nest inside his heart. The lyrics employ poetic imagery comparing the heroine to lightning clad in a saree, a flower blooming at night, and sweet nectar, conveying the magical innocence and beauty of falling in love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Ethugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“{Mannilae veedu katti / Nenjilae koodu katti”
The second letter 'n' (ன்) rhymes between 'Mannilae' and 'Nenjilae', creating a pleasant rhythm.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“{Aaa…minnalo saelai katti..”
The heroine dressed in a saree is metaphorically described as lightning wrapped in a saree.
Sensory Imagery
“Nenjam engum ven panneerai / Sindhum nilaa”
Visual and olfactory imagery comparing the moonlight's comfort to fragrant white rosewater showered over the heart.
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Trivia
'Kootu Puzhukkal' (1987) is a drama film directed by Deena Dayal starring Raghuvaran and Amala in the lead roles. The film features music composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with poignant lyrical contributions from Pulamaipithan.
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