- Lyricist
- Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass
- Singers
- P. Susheela, Chithoor Nagaiya
- Music director
- P. Aadhinarayana Rao
- Movie name
- Mangayar Ullam Mangatha Selvam
- Movie release year
- 1962
- Lyrics added on
- 13 Jul 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This celebratory song honors a sovereign on his birthday, offering blessings for long life, health, and artistic delight. The lyrics celebrate the rich cultural heritage of South India, specifically praising Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dance. The singer asserts that music has the power to melt even stone, while the rhythmic sound of dancers' anklets brings pure joy to every heart.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Anaphora (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Varumoo idhupol oru naal / Varumoo idhupol oru naal”
The line 'Varumoo idhupol oru naal' is repeated to emphasize wonder and awe regarding the special day.
Hyperbole (Athisayokthi)
“Kanivu nilavum en kaanathaalae / Kallum urugi karainthodumae”
Exaggerates the emotional power of singing by stating that sweet vocal music can cause inanimate stones to melt and flow.
Onomatopoeia (Irattai Kilavi)
“Kaal silamboli kalkakal endraal / Kanindha idhayangal jiljilsil enum”
Uses sound-imitating words like 'kalkakal' for anklets jingling and 'jiljilsil' for emotional resonance.
Edukku (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Bharathakalai vaazhum veedu thennaadu / Paaril idharkedhu eedu”
Rhyming of second consonant patterns across lines ('Bharathakalai' and 'Paaril'), adding melodic balance to Tamil verse.
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Trivia
Mangayar Ullam Mangatha Selvam (1962) featured music composed by P. Aadhinarayana Rao. The song vividly incorporates classical Carnatic ragas and classical dance motifs, crafted by veteran lyricist Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass.
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