- Lyricist
- Pulamaipithan
- Singer
- T. M. Soundararajan
- Music director
- V. Kumar
- Movie name
- Makkal Kural
- Movie release year
- 1976
- Lyrics added on
- 25 Oct 2023
Lyrics & meaning
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Overall song meaning
Vanji chittu nenjai thottu is a romantic track from the 1976 Tamil film Makkal Kural, composed by V. Kumar with lyrics by Pulamaipithan. The song portrays a playful yet deeply affectionate dialogue between two lovers, employing classical motifs such as Krishna and Radha, alongside traditional cultural elements like the anticipation of marriage during the auspicious month of Aavani. As the song progresses, the narrative skillfully connects personal romance to a larger social resonance, comparing the hero's voice to the voice of the people (Makkal Kural) backed by the support of thousands.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamaani)
“Vanji chittu nenjai thottu”
The beloved is metaphorically referred to as 'Vanji chittu' (a delicate, slender bird) that steals the protagonist's heart.
Etukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Avadhaaram irandu en aadhaaram ondru”
Rhyming of 'Avadhaaram' and 'Aadhaaram' through identical second consonant sounds.
Allusion (Purana Reference)
“Kannanai polae paththaavathaaram kondaayo”
Refers to Lord Krishna's avatars and his romantic bond with Radha to elevate the modern romance.
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Trivia
The song is from the movie Makkal Kural (1976), featuring music composed by V. Kumar, who was widely recognized for his melodious compositions in 1970s Tamil cinema, frequently collaborating with lyricist Pulamaipithan.
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