- Lyricist
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Singer
- P. Jayachandran
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Kavari Maan
- Movie release year
- 1979
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Sept 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This energetic song from the film Kavari Maan (1979) is a vibrant celebration of youth, speed, and dance. The singer invites the young generation to shed inhibitions, join the dance floor, and keep up with the fast pace of changing times. Highlighting the boundless energy of youth in contrast to the restfulness of old age, the song serves as a playful dance challenge.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Ullangal inbathil aadattam kondadattum”
The repetitive suffix '-attum' in 'aadattam', 'kondadattum', 'paadattum', and 'pannpaadattum' creates a rhythmic cadence suitable for a fast-paced dance song.
Emonai (Second-letter Assonance)
“Ullangal inbathil aadattam kondadattum / Ennangal aanadham paadattum pannpaadattum”
The second letters of 'Ullangal' and 'Ennangal' share the same sound ('ll' / 'nn' dental nasal harmony), creating Tamil poetic harmony.
Antithesis
“Teen age ilanjarai paarungal / Old age oivinil odungal”
The lyricist contrasts 'Teen age' (symbolizing dynamic action) with 'Old age' (symbolizing rest and retirement).
Did you know?
Trivia
Composed by Ilaiyaraaja, 'Ullangal Inbathil' features modern disco arrangements that were gaining massive popularity in late 1970s Tamil cinema. Singer P. Jayachandran, usually known for his classical and soulful romantic melodies, demonstrated his remarkable versatility by rendering this fast, high-octane western-style dance track.
Keep listening
Songs with a similar feeling
From the same album
More songs from Kavari Maan
View albumSpot an issue?
Help us improve the lyrics or English translation.