- Lyricist
- Ku. Ma. Balasubramaniam
- Singers
- S. C. Krishnan, Chrous
- Music director
- S. M. Subbaiah Naidu
- Movie name
- Konjum Salangai
- Movie release year
- 1962
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Aug 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song snippet is a rousing heroic chant where the performers resolve to master traditional weaponry and martial skills. By taking up spears and stringing bows of victory, they strive to gain immense glory and earn an honored reputation through their heroic arts.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Eyaipu (End Rhyme)
“Vel eduppomae / Vettri vil thoduppomae”
The repetition of the ending suffix '-omae' creates a harmonious, rhythmic chant suitable for a group chorus.
Monaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Veeramaana viththaigalil”
Repetition of the 'V' sound in 'Veeramaana' and 'viththaigalil' emphasizes the heroic nature of the skills mentioned.
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Trivia
Konjum Salangai (1962) is a celebrated Tamil dance-drama film starring Gemini Ganesan and Savitri. The soundtrack was composed by S. M. Subbaiah Naidu, famously featuring classic Nadaswaram performances by Karukurichi P. Arunachalam.
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