- Lyricist
- Mu. Metha
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Mookkanan Kayiru
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Jun 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In 'Thalaivaa nee ingu varavendum', the female protagonist passionately expresses her deep longing, devotion, and romantic surrender to her beloved. She yearns to be united with him in holy matrimony, represented metaphorically through exchanging garlands and sharing a pillow, leaving behind past hardships like feet walking over thorns.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Thalaivaa nee ingu varavendum / Un thalaiyanaiyil idam thara vendum”
The second consonant sound 'la' matches in 'Thalaivaa' and 'Thalaiyanaiyil', creating rhythmic harmony across lines.
Metaphor (Uruvagaimai)
“Unathu paadhai enthan vedham”
Describing the partner's path as sacred scripture ('Unathu paadhai enthan vedham') elevates romantic love to spiritual devotion.
Metaphor (Uruvagaimai)
“Vizhi paarvai poomazhai aagum”
Comparing a passionate gaze to a shower of flowers ('Vizhi paarvai poomazhai aagum') emphasizes sweetness and beauty.
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Trivia
Composed by legendary maestro M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics by lyricist Mu. Metha, this track from the 1985 movie 'Mookkanan Kayiru' highlights P. Susheela's sensual yet classical vocal texture, which was a hallmark of her romantic solos during this era.
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