- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singers
- A. M. Rajah, Jikki
- Music director
- S. Dakshinamurthi
- Movie name
- Yaar Paiyyan
- Movie release year
- 1957
- Lyrics added on
- 27 Jul 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from Yaar Paiyyan (1957) is a lighthearted romantic duet portraying the joyful courtship of young lovers in a blooming garden. Lyricist A. Maruthakasi uses rich natural and sensory imagery—such as gentle breezes, clinking bangles, and lingering floral perfumes—to reflect the blossoming affection and playful exchange between the couple as their eyes meet in silent conversation. The song humorously contrasts the grooming habits and charming mannerisms of both the young woman and the stylish man. Her jasmine scent and his civet fragrance precede them as they stroll together, highlighting how love turns simple companionship into supreme bliss.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Olfactory and Visual Imagery
“Mullai poo vaasam munnae pogudhu”
Evokes strong sensory experiences by contrasting the physical walking movement with the forward-wafting scent of jasmine flowers.
Onomatopoeia (Erattai Kilaivi)
“Kala kalannu valaiyal olikkum”
'Kala kalannu' mimics the cheerful clinking sound made by glass bangles on a woman's wrists.
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Seevi singaarichi”
Repetition of the 'Se' sound at the start of 'Seevi' and 'singaarichi' creates a rhythmic cadence.
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Trivia
Yaar Paiyyan (1957) is a classic Tamil comedy-drama starring Gemini Ganesan and Savitri. The film's soundtrack was composed by S. Dakshinamurthy, with playback vocals for this song performed by T. M. Soundararajan and P. Leela.
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