- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- K. J. Yesudas
- Music director
- Shankar Ganesh
- Movie name
- Vellai Manasu
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 5 Mar 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song depicts the innocent yet deep romantic yearning of a young woman who is waiting for her beloved groom. It conveys her transition into womanhood and her inner longing that has blossomed over six or seven months since coming of age rituals or formal betrothal. Through rural metaphors, the lyricist portrays her loneliness, physical discomfort from romantic yearning, and unfulfilled desire. The central mood captures a poignant mix of hope, innocence, and deep emotional separation, as she remains an untouched maiden waiting to be united with her partner.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Angaethaan deivam irukka ingaethaan therum kidakka”
The line compares the physical separation of the lovers to the distance between the temple deity and the chariot outside.
Imagery (Sensory Imagery)
“Munthaana moodi vachcha senthaazhm poo parikka”
Combines olfactory and tactile imagery of a fragrant flower veiled under a saree pallu waiting to be plucked.
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Thekkaala kaaththadikka thegamthaan vearthirukka”
Repetition of initial consonant sounds 'Th' in 'Thekkaala' and 'Thegamthaan' creating a rhythmic flow.
Edhukai (Second Letter Assonance)
“Angaethaan deivam irukka ingaethaan therum kidakka”
Second letter matching sound ('ng') between 'Angaethaan' and 'Ingaethaan'.
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Trivia
'Pachchapulla Nenjukkulla' is a popular track from the 1985 movie 'Vellai Manasu', composed by the duo Shankar-Ganesh and sung by K. J. Yesudas with lyrics penned by Vaali. The song showcases a blend of folk cadence and classical melody structure.
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