- Lyricist
- Chitrarasu
- Music director
- Arun
- Movie name
- Karuppu Petti
- Movie release year
- 2015
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Jul 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Karuppu Petti' is an intensely romantic and sensual duet between two lovers inviting each other into an intimate space. The female lead addresses her partner as 'Manmadha' (the god of love), expressing her longing and dreams, while the male lead responds by admiring her beauty and calling her to join him on the bed. Through playful banter about give-and-take, passion, and human desires, the song highlights the natural attraction and intimacy shared between a man and a woman.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Second letter rhyming)
“Kalavu kaara manava / En kanavu theerum ulla va”
The second consonant 'aa' in 'Kalavu' aligns with 'kanavu' in the subsequent line, establishing Tamil second-letter rhyme scheme.
Metaphor
“Vaa vaa manmadha”
Addressing the lover as 'Manmadha' (god of love) serves as a romantic metaphor for passion and desire.
Repetition / Anaphora
“Vaa vaa sundari”
The phrase 'Vaa vaa' is repeated for emphasis and rhythm at the beginning of multiple lines.
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Trivia
The song 'Karuppu Petti' features music composed by Arun with lyrics written by Chitrarasu. It belongs to the 2015 Tamil film of the same name and is structured as an upbeat, intimate romance track recorded by singers Sarath R. and Divya.
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