- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- Gangai Amaran
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Kozhi Koovuthu (1982 Film)
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 14 Sept 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
"Singam Potta Singa Kutti" is an energetic, celebratory Tamil folk song expressing deep admiration, affection, and respect for an elder brother figure ('Annaachchi'). The lyrics describe him as a brave, golden-hearted leader who protects his village with strength and honor, standing by his people as blood and family. He is depicted as someone who avoids seeking trouble but never backs down from protecting his folks when confronted. The song invites the entire village to celebrate his virtues through traditional folk forms like 'Kulavai' (ululation) and 'Kummi' (a traditional clapping dance), wishing that the younger brother grows up with the same noble character and valor.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Singam potta singa kutti / Thanga tamil thanga katti”
Compares the noble, brave elder brother to a lion cub ('Singa kutti') born to a lion and a block of gold ('Thanga katti').
Anaphora / Refrain (Epiphroa)
“Enga annaachchi”
The repeated use of 'Enga annaachchi' at the end of lines builds a rhythmic chant and reinforces collective pride.
Alliteration (Monai)
“Thanga tamil thanga katti”
Repetition of the initial 'Th' consonant sound in 'Thanga tamil thanga katti' creates a pleasing melodic flow.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navitchi)
“Raththathoda raththamadaa”
Describing the brother as 'Raththathoda raththamadaa' (blood of our blood) emphasizes extreme unity and familial closeness with the whole village.
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Trivia
This high-energy folk track from the 1982 movie 'Kozhi Koovuthu' was composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and penned by veteran lyricist Vaali. The film was directed by Gangai Amaran and stars Prabhu, Suresh, and Silk Smitha.
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