- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singers
- Malaysia Vasudevan, S. Janaki
- Music director
- G. K. Venkatesh
- Movie name
- Chinnanjsiru Kiliye
- Movie release year
- 1980
- Lyrics added on
- 24 May 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Vaigai Neeraada' from Chinnanjiru Kiliye is a soul-stirring romantic composition that celebrates deep devotion and eternal companionship between lovers. Through picturesque imagery of the holy Vaigai river, divine chariots, and tender physical affection like resting in a lover's lap, the lyrics capture the absolute peace found in true love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Edhugai (Monothongal / Second-letter Rhyme)
“Vaigai neerada vaanil thaeroda”
The second consonant sound matches across consecutive lines, creating musical harmony (e.g., Vaigai / Manathinil / Madiyil).
Imagery and Metaphor
“Vaigai neerada vaanil thaeroda”
Uses nature imagery like the bathing Vaigai river and skyward chariots to evoke divine, elevated romantic feelings.
Anaphora (Repetition)
“Ini varum jenmam”
Repetition of 'Ini varum jenmam' underscores the desire for eternal love across reincarnation cycles.
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Trivia
Composed by G. K. Venkatesh (the legendary maestro who mentored Ilaiyaraaja), this song features melodic vocal renditions by Malaysia Vasudevan and S. Janaki with lyrics penned by Gangai Amaran for the 1980 film Chinnanjiru Kiliye.
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