- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Music director
- Susarla Dakshinamurthi
- Movie name
- Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum
- Movie release year
- 1956
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Feb 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In 'Salaam Baabu', a dancer entertains and captivates her audience, calling upon the wealthy patrons to gaze at her allure and generously tip her with gold coins. She playfully boasts that her spellbinding eyes and magnetic presence can rekindle passion even in a frail old man, urging spectators not to waste time in daydreaming but to embrace the living joy of the moment.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Kaandha silai kaadhal valai”
Compares the performer to an attractive magnetic statue ('Kaandha silai') and her charms to a net of love ('kaadhal valai').
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navirchi Ani)
“Vaanavillil kaanaadha varna jaalam kaattiyae”
Exaggerates her visual charm by describing it as magical colors that cannot even be found in a natural rainbow.
Initial Alliteration (Monai)
“Thallaadha kizhavarukkum / Thaalaadha aasaiyae / Thannaalae undaaga”
Repetition of the initial sound 'Th' across successive lines to enhance rhythmic flow.
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Trivia
Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum (1956) was the first full-length Geva Color film made in South India. The music for this hit song was composed by Susarla Dakshinamurthi, sung by the celebrated playback singer Jikki, and penned by lyricist A. Maruthakasi.
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