- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. Suseela
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Anandhi
- Movie release year
- 1965
- Lyrics added on
- 24 Jun 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Unnai Adaintha Manam Vaazhga is a tender and devotional expression of love and surrender from a newlywed bride to her husband. She expresses profound gratitude for their union, wishing for eternal bliss, marital harmony, and prosperity. Describing herself as an innocent peacock seeking refuge in his affection, she assures him that her heart is free of malice and full of devotion. She fondly remembers her father entrusting her to his care, asking her husband to protect and nurture her with the selfless love of a mother. Poet Kannadasan gracefully captures the essence of traditional South Indian marital bonding, emotional warmth, and mutual respect.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Thiru manjal konjum mayil”
Comparing the bride to a turmeric-adorned peacock seeking sanctuary.
Simile / Imagery (Upamai)
“Intha manjam en nenjil thaenaga”
Comparing the joy of the marital bed to sweet honey filling the heart.
Second Letter Rhyme (Ethirai)
“Unnai thanjam endru vanthaal / Vanjam endrum illai”
Rhyming of 'Thanjam' (refuge) and 'Vanjam' (malice) across verses.
Alliteration (Moonaai)
“Nalla vaazhvum valamum malarga”
Rhythmic repetition of 'va' and 'ma' sounds enhancing euphonic quality.
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Trivia
This iconic classic from the 1965 film 'Anandhi' features music composed by M. S. Viswanathan, lyrics by Kannadasan, and vocals rendered by legendary singer P. Susheela. The film stars Gemini Ganesan and Savitri.
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