- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- K. Vijaya Baskar
- Movie name
- Kalamadi Kalam
- Movie release year
- 1977
- Lyrics added on
- 29 Sept 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This romantic track sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam expresses the joy and passion of lovers coming together as their long-cherished dreams finally come true. Set in the intoxicating ambiance of the evening, the protagonist views his beloved as a divine goddess and compares her beauty to delicate creepers and ripe fruits. The song vividly portrays intimate affection, emotional melting, and the bliss of togetherness. The protagonist feels deeply fortunate to embrace his lover, declaring that time and circumstance have perfectly aligned to favor their romantic union.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Thodangalaam thodaralaam”
Repetition of initial consonants in 'Thodangalaam' and 'Thodaralaam' creates an inviting rhythmic hook.
Uruvagamm (Metaphor)
“Kodiyum senganiyum”
Describing the woman's figure as a creeper ('Kodiyum') and a red fruit ('Senganiyum') metaphorically highlights her grace and sweetness.
Anaphora (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Devan devi leelai kaana”
The phrase 'Devan devi leelai kaana' is repeated to accentuate the sacred, elevated nature of their romantic bond.
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Trivia
Composed by K. Vijaya Baskar with lyrics by Vaali for the 1977 movie 'Kalamadi Kalam', this song highlights SPB's signature playful vocal modulations and expressive rendition during the peak 1970s era of Tamil film music.
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