- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singer
- Chorus
- Music director
- G. Ramanathan
- Movie name
- Amarakavi
- Movie release year
- 1952
- Lyrics added on
- 22 Aug 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Sombalillaadhae Naamae Puvi Meedhae is an inspiring chorus song advocating the dignity of labor, ethics, and unity. The lyricist A. Maruthakasi emphasizes that genuine physical hard work never fails, encouraging working people to take pride in their service and cultivate prosperity upon the earth.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monaai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Thondraatruvom thozhilai pottruvom”
Matching initial consonant sounds across words, such as 'Thondraatruvom' and 'Thozhilai'.
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Sembum irumbum Pasum ponnendru aakkuvom”
Comparing the valuable output of hard work on basic resources (copper and iron) to transforming them into pure gold.
Anaphora (Repetition)
“Kadamaiyai orunaalum maravom”
Repetition of key lines throughout the song to emphasize duty and hard work.
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Trivia
Written by renowned lyricist A. Maruthakasi, this song reflects the post-independence social reform style in Tamil cinema that celebrated agriculture, labor, and moral integrity. The film Amarakavi (1952) featured music by G. Ramanathan.
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