- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- Usha Uthup, Saibaba
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Unnai Solli Kutramillai
- Movie release year
- 1990
- Lyrics added on
- 27 Jan 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song is a high-energy romantic duet from the movie 'Unnai Solli Kutramillai' (1990). In this track, the female protagonist flirtatiously compares her form to classic sculptures, creepers, and exquisite art, inviting her partner into an intimate romance. She playfully counts numbers alongside her lover while asserting that despite drawing attention from everyone around, her gaze is strictly fixed on him. As the song progresses, the imagery shifts to evening courtship, musical compositions, and fragrant floral strands. The verses highlight playful affection, mutual attraction, and rhythmic banter between the lead couple.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Adukku Thodar (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Kar silai silai thaan”
Repeating words in immediate succession ('silai silai', 'kalai kalai', 'kodi kodi') to heighten the poetic rhythm and emphasize attributes.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Neela thaamarai aadida thaan”
Matching initial consonant sounds ('Neela' / 'Nesa') across adjacent poetic lines to create melodic rhythm.
Uruvagam (Metaphor)
“Neela thaamarai aadida thaan”
Directly comparing the lover's charm and graceful movement to a swaying blue lotus and an epic song of love.
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Trivia
'Unnai Solli Kutramillai' is a 1990 Tamil action-drama film directed by Ameerjan, starring Karthik and Sithara in lead roles. The film's soundtrack was composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja, featuring lyrics penned by the legendary poet Vaali.
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