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Lyrics & meaning

Raja Rani Namiruvar

From Anbukkor Anni · 1960

Lyricist
A. Maruthakasi
Singers
Seerkazhi Govindarajan, K. Jamunarani
Music director
A. M. Rajah
Details
Anbukkor Anni1960

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Raja rani naam iruvarWe two are like a king and a queen
Laila majnu naamiruvarWe two are like Laila and Majnu
Aasai pongum anbinaalaeThrough love overflowing with desire
Aagivittom naamoruvarWe two have become one single soul
Aagivittom naamoruvarWe two have become one single soul
Male
Raja rani naam iruvarWe two are like a king and a queen
Laila majnu naamiruvarWe two are like Laila and Majnu
Aasai pongum anbinaalaeThrough love overflowing with desire
Aagivittom naamoruvarWe two have become one single soul
Aagivittom naamoruvarWe two have become one single soul
Female
Koodi vaazhndhaal kodi nanmaiLiving together brings ten million blessings
Kuvalayam kanda unmaiThis is a truth known to the entire world
Thedi vandha selvam unnaiYou are the treasure that came seeking me
Serndhae vaazhven kannaeI will live united with you, my beloved
Male :En chellakili nee sonnapadi palaMale: My darling parrot, just as you said, many
Nanmai kaanboom ullapadiGood things we shall truly experience
Female
Irumbhu thiraiyai pola maamanWhen my uncle stands firm like an iron curtain
Irukkaiyil evvidham seruvadhuHow can we possibly unite?
Madurai veeranum bommiyum polaeLike Madurai Veeran and Bommi
Maatri kollalaam manamaalaiWe can exchange our wedding garlands
Male :Yei vannakili nee ennudanaeMale: Hey colorful parrot, come along with me
Un ennam pola vaazhnthidalaamWe can live life just as you desire
Female
Samsaram enum sorga vasalaiAt the heavenly gateway called family life
Sindhikkumae namm kadhalaeOur love will ponder and blossom
Padhivu thirumanam endra vazhiA registered court marriage is the path
En paarvaiyil theriyum ore vazhiThe only path that is clear in my vision
Male :Andha paadhaiyile thadai yedhum illaeMale: On that path there are no obstacles at all
Veen bayamum yeno pen mayilaeWhy this useless fear, my delicate peahen?

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This classic duet from Anbukkor Anni (1960) depicts a playful and passionate dialogue between two young lovers contemplating their future together. Comparing themselves to iconic historical and legendary figures like Raja-Rani, Laila-Majnu, and Madurai Veeran-Bommi, they celebrate their deep emotional connection and the joy of harmonious unity.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Simile and Cultural Allusion (Uvamai)

Laila majnu naamiruvar

The lyrics draw direct comparisons between the lovers and legendary figures like Laila-Majnu and Madurai Veeran-Bommi to emphasize the timelessness of their affection.

Metaphor (Uvameyam)

Irumbhu thiraiyai pola maaman

The uncle's stern opposition is metaphorically described as an 'irumbhu thirai' (iron curtain).

Rhyme and Assonance (Edhugai / Monai)

Koodi vaazhndhaal kodi nanmai

Reflects traditional Tamil proverb phrasing with strong rhythm and sound matching ('Koodi vaazhndhaal kodi nanmai / Kuvalayam kanda unmai').

Epithet / Term of Endearment

Veen bayamum yeno pen mayilae

Affectionate avian terms of endearment like 'chellakili' (darling parrot), 'vannakili' (colorful parrot), and 'pen mayilae' (female peacock) enrich the romantic tone.

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Trivia

Composed by legendary musician and singer A. M. Rajah with lyrics by A. Maruthakasi, the song notably references a 'padhivu thirumanam' (registered civil marriage), reflecting the progressive social themes gaining popularity in 1960s Tamil cinema.

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