- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Anbu Kattalai
- Movie release year
- 1989
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Apr 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Raathiri neram raaniya paarum' from the 1989 movie 'Anbu Kattalai' is a passionate and evocative track expressing a woman's romantic yearning and desire for her beloved. She describes herself as a queen of the night and draws a mythical comparison, likening their match to that of Lord Rama and Sita. Through vivid sensory imagery of silk sarees, flowers, and warm rainy night winds, she calls upon her lover to unite with her, put an end to her restless waiting, and quench her romantic thirst.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Raathiri neram raaniya paarum / Raamanukketha seethaiya paarum”
The repetition of the initial consonant sound 'R' across lines creates a melodic cadence.
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Thudichenae thavichenae”
The matching consonant patterns in the second syllables (Thudichenae / Thavichenae) enhance the rhythmic flow.
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Raamanukketha seethaiya paarum”
The lyricist compares the heroine to Sita suited for Rama ('Raamanukketha seethaiya'), elevating the romantic union.
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Kaayudhu dhegam soodu pattu / Kalanjida venum kaanji pattu”
The internal and line-ending rhymes like 'pattu' add musicality to the verses.
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Trivia
'Anbu Kattalai' (1989) is a Tamil film starring Ramarajan and Kanaka. The music for the film was composed by Chandrabose, with lyrics penned by Gangai Amaran.
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