- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- Seerkazhi Govindarajan, P. Susheela
- Music director
- Shankar Ganesh
- Movie name
- Rowdy Rakkamma
- Movie release year
- 1977
- Lyrics added on
- 1 Apr 2024
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song explores the multi-faceted concept of 'Varaverppu' (welcome or reception) both in the context of a traditional wedding and broader social life. Lyricist Vaali uses the central theme of a wedding invitation to comment on the various forms of receptions in society—ranging from the genuine, warm hospitality of family to the artificial respect money commands, and the eternal reverence reserved for purity and truth.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Ethukai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Muttaalum sabhaiyil mudhalidam peruvathu”
The second letter similarity ('t') between 'Muttaalum' and 'Thuttukku' creates a rhythmic sonic harmony characteristic of Tamil poetry.
Anaphora (Repetition for Emphasis)
“Eththanai eththanai varaverppu”
The repetition of 'Eththanai' highlights the vast variety and nature of welcomes existing in the world.
Metaphor / Simile
“Suttaalum sangu veluppaai iruppathu”
The comparison of a conch retaining its whiteness even when burnt serves as an analogy for unyielding integrity and moral purity.
Personification
“Vandai azhaikka idhazhai virikkum”
The flower unfolding its petals to welcome a bee is personified as a youthful host extending hospitality.
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Trivia
Composed by the musical duo Shankar-Ganesh with lyrics by Vaali, this song features the iconic vocals of veteran singers Seerkazhi Govindarajan and P. Susheela. It ingeniously transforms a standard cinematic wedding song into a philosophical commentary on social values.
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