- Lyricist
- Ilaiyaraja
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan
- Movie release year
- 1989
- Lyrics added on
- 17 Dec 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a lighthearted and playful celebration where the speaker enthusiastically invites an aunt ('maami') to drape a beautiful silk saree and appreciate its grandeur. The lyrics emphasize the exquisite craftsmanship of the hand-measured zari work, offering a charming mix of affection and gentle banter. Blended with rhythmic vocal percussion (solkattu) and melodic vocalizations, the song captures the joyous warmth of traditional Tamil home life and festive attire.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Pattu pudavai uduththi paarammaa maami”
The repetition of the 'P' sound in 'Pattu', 'pudavai', and 'paarammaa' creates a melodious initial rhyme across the line.
Solkattu (Rhythmic Syllables)
“Thalaangu tharigida tharigida tharigida thom”
The inclusion of classical dance rhythm syllables like 'Thalaangu' and 'Tharigida' adds dynamic rhythmic energy to the verse.
Repetition for Emphasis
“Kaiyalavinil jarigai undu…”
The phrase 'Kaiyalavinil jarigai undu' is repeated to reinforce the quality and craft of the saree's zari lace.
Did you know?
Trivia
The film 'En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan' (1989) was directed by Manobala and stars Vijayakanth, Suhasini, and Rekha. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, who crafted a lively soundtrack combining folk elements and traditional South Indian humor.
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