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Lyrics & meaning

Thangathil Mugameduthu

From Meenava Nanban · 1977

Lyricist
Muthulingam
Singers
K. J. Yesudas, Vani Jairam
Music director
M. S. Vishwanathan
Details
Meenava Nanban1977

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Mangaiendru vandhirukkum malaroAre you a flower that has come in the form of a maiden?
Nee maalai naeram pon manjal nilavoOr are you the golden-yellow moon of the evening time?
Male
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Mangaiendru vandhirukkum malaroAre you a flower that has come in the form of a maiden?
Nee maalai naeram pon manjal nilavoOr are you the golden-yellow moon of the evening time?
Female
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Kaaman pola vandhirukkum vadivoFormed like Lord Kama who has arrived,
Andha dhaeva loga mannavanum neeyoAre you the king of that heavenly world?
Female
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Kaaman pola vandhirukkum vadivoFormed like Lord Kama who has arrived,
Andha dhaeva loga mannavanum neeyoAre you the king of that heavenly world?
Female
Dhaa… needhaaga dhaa…Dhaa... needhaaga dhaa...
Dhasaarisaa… nineedhaa dhaga paa…Dhasaarisaa... nineedhaa dhaga paa...
Male
Ohoho… ohoho… oho hoho…Ohoho... ohoho... oho hoho...
Male
Mullai marar sendugalBunches of jasmine flowers,
Kondu kodiyaadhudhuThe vine sways while carrying them,
Sendu sadhiraadinaal andha idai thaangumaaIf the flower bunch sways in dance, can that waist bear it?
Female
Indha idai thaangavaeTo support this slender waist,
Kaigal irukkindradhuMy hands are right here,
Konji uravaada malar manjamTo cuddle and romance, the bed of flowers,
AzhaikkindradhuIs calling us,
Malarndhu kanindhu sirithu kulungumBlossoming, ripening, smiling, and swaying,
KaniyaagavooLike a sweet fruit,
Female
Endhan mana koyililIn the temple of my heart,
Dheivam unai kaangirenI behold you as God,
Undhan nizhal polavaeLike your very shadow,
Varum varam kaetkindrenI ask for the boon to always follow,
Male
Indha manaraajiyamThis kingdom of the mind,
Endrum unakkaagavaeIs forever for you,
Sondha magaraani nee endruThat you are my own queen,
Naan solluvenI shall declare,
Ninaikka inikka koduthu mayanguGiving sweetness upon mere thought,
MuthaaramaeOh pearl garland!
Female
Hoo ooo ooo hoo ooo…Hoo ooo ooo hoo ooo...
Male
Thangathil mugameduthuWith a face crafted from gold,
Sandhanathil udaleduthuAnd a body sculpted from sandalwood,
Mangaiendru vandhirukkum malaroAre you a flower that has come in the form of a maiden?
Nee maalai naeram pon manjal nilavoOr are you the golden-yellow moon of the evening time?

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

Thangathil Mugameduthu is a classic romantic duet from the 1977 Tamil film Meenava Nanban. In this song, the hero and heroine exchange poetic compliments, expressing their deep love and admiration for each other. The hero compares the heroine's radiant face to gold and her body to sandalwood, wondering if she is a flower in human form or the golden evening moon. In response, the heroine likens the hero to Lord Kama, the divine embodiment of charm and romance, and praises him as the king of her heart. The song blends romantic adoration with spiritual devotion, portraying love as a sanctuary where both partners view each other as divine beings. The metaphorical lyrics highlight delicate beauty, affection, and lifelong commitment.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uvamaani)

Thangathil mugameduthu / Sandhanathil udaleduthu

Compares the heroine's face directly to gold and her body to sandalwood, emphasizing her exquisite beauty and fragrance.

Simile (Uvamai)

Kaaman pola vandhirukkum vadivo

Directly compares the hero's attractive form to Lord Kama (the deity of love).

Hyperbole (Ushuyogokthi)

Sendu sadhiraadinaal andha idai thaangumaa

Exaggerates the extreme delicate nature of the heroine's waist by questioning whether it can support the weight of dancing flower bunches.

Edhukai (Second Letter Rhyme)

Thangathil mugameduthu ... Mangaiendru vandhirukkum

The second letter 'nga' matches in 'Thangathil' and 'Mangaiendru', creating a pleasing Tamil rhyming structure.

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Trivia

'Thangathil Mugameduthu' features music composed by M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics written by Muthulingam. The song was rendered by K. J. Yesudas and Vani Jairam, picturized on M. G. Ramachandran (MGR) and Latha in the hit film Meenava Nanban (1977).

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