- Lyricist
- Pulamaipithan
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Ezhuthatha Sattangal
- Movie release year
- 1984
- Lyrics added on
- 31 Mar 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Thaen Kulaththilae' from 'Ezhuthatha Sattangal' (1984) is a highly romantic and sensuous solo performed by S. Janaki. The lyrics metaphorically depict love and intimacy as a 'honey pond' created by Kamadeva (the god of love). The protagonist expresses her intense desire, passion, and physical longing, describing her body as a delicate creation made of hibiscus flowers and equating her allure to that of a celestial nymph like Menaka.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamaani / Metaphor
“Thaen kulaththilae kulikkavaa midhakkavaa”
Comparing the overwhelming sweetness and depth of romantic passion to a 'honey pond' (Thaen Kulaththilae).
Oxymoron / Paradox
“Thannikkulla theeyirunthu ennai sudum neram”
Describing fire burning inside water ('Thannikkulla theeyirunthu'), highlighting the internal fire of passion despite being immersed in cooling water.
Moni / Rhyme Scheme (Iyaibu)
“Ponn onnu poovaachchu poomeni soodaachchu”
End rhymes like 'poovaachchu' and 'soodaachchu', 'karuguthae' and 'uruguthae' create a pleasing rhythmic cadence.
Allusion
“Naanoru menagai pudhu vagai madhu vagai”
References to Hindu mythological figures such as Kaaman (Cupid/Kamadeva), Menaka (celestial dancer), and Devas (gods) to heighten the sensory and divine aspects of passion.
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Trivia
Composed by Ilaiyaraaja and sung with immense expression by S. Janaki, this track stands out in the 1984 film 'Ezhuthatha Sattangal' (directed by K. Shankar, starring Prabhu and Sivaji Ganesan). The song is celebrated for Janaki's vocal nuances and Pulamaipithan's rich classical Tamil imagery.
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