- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- P. Jayachandran, S. Janaki
- Music director
- Devendran
- Movie name
- Kaalaiyum Neeye Maalaiyum Neeye
- Movie release year
- 1988
- Lyrics added on
- 3 Mar 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This romantic track portrays two lovers expressing their mutual affection, tender feelings, and playful consent to one another. Using metaphors of nature—such as the river Kaveri, the soothing Kuttralam drizzle, and lotus blossoms—the lovers describe the overwhelming bliss and sweet bashfulness that accompany their union.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamaani / Metaphor
“Maragatha veenai meaniyil”
Comparing the female form to a 'Maragatha veenai' (emerald lute/veena) highlights the beauty and musical quality of love.
Iyaibu / End Rhyme
“Kaveri oram ponmaalai neram”
The words 'oram' and 'neram' rhyme at the end of consecutive lines, creating a pleasing rhythmic cadence.
Nature Imagery
“Kuttraala saaral sittraadai meedhil”
The lyricist uses vivid outdoor imagery ('Kuttraala saaral' - drizzle of Kuttralam) to symbolize emotional freshness and romance.
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Trivia
The song 'Sammatham Solla Vanthaal' is from the 1988 Tamil movie 'Kaalaiyum Neeye Maalaiyum Neeye', featuring music by Devendran with lyrics written by the prolific poet Vaali.
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