- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singers
- Uma Ramanan, Deepan Chakravarthy
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Nizhalgal
- Movie release year
- 1980
- Lyrics added on
- 8 Nov 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Poongathave Thaazh Thiravai is a romantic duet from the film Nizhalgal (1980) that metaphorically compares opening one's heart in love to unlocking a door made of flowers. The song captures the joyful anticipation of marriage and romantic union. In the verse, the female singer describes her desires flowing smoothly like a stream and her fond memories blooming like blossoms under the blessings of love. In response, the male singer rejoices in the sweetness of their love, picturing auspicious wedding decorations, garlands, and blessed melodies celebrating their togetherness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Poongathavae…. thaazh thiravaai…”
The term 'Poongathave' (Flower door) metaphorically refers to a young woman's guarded heart and delicate beauty, asking her to open up to love.
Simile (Upamai)
“Female :Neerottam…pol odum….”
'Neerottam pol' explicitly compares the fluid motion of rising hopes and dreams to a natural flowing stream using 'pol' (like).
Initial Rhyme / Alliteration (Moonaai)
“Ponmaalai soodidum poovaai….penpaavaai….”
Repetition of the 'P' consonant sound at the start of words ('Poongathavae', 'Poovaai', 'Ponmaalai') creates a soft, lyrical rhythm.
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Trivia
Composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja with lyrics by his brother Gangai Amaran, this song marked the playback singing debut of Deepan Chakravarthy, who performed the male vocal alongside S. Janaki. The track is renowned for its lush orchestration and timeless Mayamalavagowla ragam influence.
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