- Lyricist
- Pattukkottai Kalyanasundram
- Singer
- T. R. Mahalingam
- Music director
- Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy
- Movie name
- Amuthavalli
- Movie release year
- 1959
- Lyrics added on
- 18 Aug 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In this dramatic verse, the protagonist confronts a deceitful or mystical serpent that stands as an obstacle in his path. He remembers his loving parents waiting anxiously for his return and his devoted wife who would willingly sacrifice her life for his well-being. Questioning whether immortal, pure love can ever be destroyed, he rebukes the serpent for attempting to harm him out of foolish wickedness. Ultimately, he declares that he must survive to carry out his life's sacred duties and appeals to whatever conscience the illusionary serpent might have to leave him in peace.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Mohnai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Paasathaal enai yeendra annai thandhai / Padhai padhaithu nirkkindraar maganai kaana”
Repetition of initial consonant sounds in 'Paasathaal' and 'Padhai padhaithu' enhances the dramatic rhythm.
Rhetorical Question
“Maasattra anbukku maranam undoo”
The line poses a philosophical question ('Is there death for pure love?') to emphasize that true love transcends mortality.
Metaphor / Apostrophe
“Manamirundhaal oodividu maaya paambhae”
Addressing the snake directly as 'maaya paambhae' (illusionary serpent) serves as a metaphor for treacherous obstacles or deceitful enemies in life.
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Trivia
This dramatic track from the 1959 Tamil film 'Amuthavalli' features the powerful vocal rendition of T. R. Mahalingam. Written by the legendary poet Pattukkottai Kalyanasundaram and composed by Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy, the lyrics seamlessly blend personal devotion, duty, and deep philosophical reflections even within a theatrical plot setup.
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