- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- Malaysia Vasudevan, S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Sakkarai Devan
- Movie release year
- 1993
- Lyrics added on
- 28 Mar 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Thanneer Kudam Kondu' expresses the joy of an unexpected romantic encounter during an everyday rural chore. The protagonist walks alone carrying a water pot, but his solitary journey turns delightful when he meets a companion who brings intriguing news and travels alongside him like a soothing, gentle breeze. Penned by Vaali and set to Ilaiyaraaja's rustic melody, the track beautifully captures simple rural romance and emotional warmth.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Moonaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Thanneer kudam kondu thaniyaaga ponaen”
Repetition of the initial 'Th' consonant across multiple words in consecutive lines (Thanneer, Thaniyaaga, Thunai).
Metaphor (Uvamai / Uruvagamm)
“Thunaiyaaga vanthaal poonthendral pennaal”
Comparing the heroine to 'Poonthendral' (a gentle flowering breeze), symbolizing softness and comfort.
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Trivia
The song is from the 1993 Tamil movie Sakkarai Devan starring Vijayakanth and Sukanya. The soundtrack composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja is celebrated for its rich rural folk arrangements and soulful vocal renditions by Malaysia Vasudevan and S. Janaki.
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