- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Usha Khanna
- Movie name
- Dharmam
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 27 Nov 2021
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a sensual and evocative track where the female protagonist expresses her deep passion and seductive allure to her lover. She metaphorically compares herself to a serpent maiden ('Naagamangai') and the winding river Ganges, emphasizing her grace, flexibility, and intense romantic yearning. Throughout the song, she promises never to leave her beloved, inviting him to join her in celebration, dance, and eternal togetherness. Written by Vaali, the lyrics capture themes of intimacy, devotion, and intoxicating passion using mythological imagery related to Lord Shiva and nature.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Naagamangai naan neliyum gangai naan”
The singer compares herself directly to a snake maiden (Naagamangai) and the winding river Ganges (Gangai) to portray elegance and sensuality.
Alliteration (Monaai)
“Naagamangai naan neliyum gangai naan”
Repetition of the 'Na' sound at the beginning of words creates a rhythmic and melodic effect.
End Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Ennuyir mannavan ennodu / Inba nilaavin pinnodu / Punnagai minnuthu kannodu / Ponguthu inbam nenjodu”
The suffix '-odu' is repeated at the end of consecutive lines (ennodu, pinnodu, kannodu, nenjodu) to enhance musicality.
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Trivia
The film 'Dharmam' (1986) stars Sathyaraj and Saritha, directed by R. Thyagarajan. The music for this film was composed by popular Hindi female music director Usha Khanna, making it one of her rare Tamil soundtrack compositions.
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