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Lyrics & meaning

Velli Nillavae

From Eeswaran · 2021

Lyricist
Yugabharathi
Singer
ML Gayatri
Music director
Thaman S
Details
Eeswaran2021

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Velli nilavozhi veeduA house filled with silver moonlight
Vizhagaadha anbil aadi paaduDance and sing in unwavering love
Sangathamizh isaiyoduTo the music of Sangam Tamil
Sadhiraaadum sondham theaneer kooduRelatives dance together in this sweet honeycomb of a home
Female
Azhagiya uravu thaanaeIt is truly a beautiful relationship
Endrum engae anandhamHappiness is everywhere, forever
Kanavugal kalainthidaamalWithout dreams getting shattered
Kaigal sera perinbamJoining hands brings supreme joy
Female
Vannangal ethanaiHow many colors there are
Vaanavil sollidaFor the rainbow to describe
Deivangal moththamumAll the gods gathering together
Archanai seithidaTo perform prayers and worship
Andha badhilil ingu sorgam kidaithidumIn that response, heaven is attained right here
Sugam virigirathaePleasure and bliss expand continuously
Female
Velli nilavozhi veeduA house filled with silver moonlight
Vizhagaadha anbil aadi paaduDance and sing in unwavering love
Sangathamizh isaiyoduTo the music of Sangam Tamil
Sadhiraaadum sondham theaneer kooduRelatives dance together in this sweet honeycomb of a home
Female
Kaatril veesumSwaying gently in the wind
Marangal alla uravugalRelationships are not mere trees
Athu kalanthu vaazhumThey are living, interwoven
Azhagai kaattum kavidhaigalPoems displaying pure beauty
Deebam yetrum pozhuthaeAt the moment of lighting the lamp
Nalla ninaivugalGood memories arise
Athu soodarai maari uyiraiBecoming a bright flame, it touches the soul
Meettum inimaigalSweetness that revives life itself
Female
Pattu therithidum minnal veezhthinaEven if a striking lightning strikes down
Paasam viralai neettuthaeAffection extends its welcoming fingers
Vetta veliyilum mottum malarnthidaEven in an open barren field, flower buds bloom
Kannil vasantham pookkuthaeSpring blooms bright in the eyes
Female
Vannangal ethanaiHow many colors there are
Vaanavil sollidaFor the rainbow to describe
Deivangal moththamumAll the gods gathering together
Archanai seithidaTo perform prayers and worship
Andha badhilil ingu sorgam kidaithidumIn that response, heaven is attained right here
Sugam virigirathaePleasure and bliss expand continuously
Female
Velli nilavozhi veeduA house filled with silver moonlight
Vizhagaadha anbil aadi paaduDance and sing in unwavering love
Sangathamizh isaiyoduTo the music of Sangam Tamil
Sadhiraaadum sondham theaneer kooduRelatives dance together in this sweet honeycomb of a home

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song from Eeswaran celebrates the warmth, joy, and emotional security found within a loving family home. It compares a peaceful household to a dwelling filled with silver moonlight and sweet nectar, where Tamil music and culture enrich everyday bonds. The lyrics emphasize that true happiness lies in staying united without letting dreams shatter, as shared affection brings heavenly bliss into daily life. The second stanza deepens this sentiment by comparing human relationships to deep-rooted, living poems that provide comfort even during challenging times. Like a lamp spreading light or spring blossoming in open fields, unconditional family love rejuvenates the soul and transforms a home into paradise.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uruvagam)

Sadhiraaadum sondham theaneer koodu

Comparing the home of relatives to a 'theaneer koodu' (honeycomb), symbolizing sweetness and sweet togetherness.

Visual Imagery

Velli nilavozhi veedu

Paints a beautiful image of a house illuminated by cool silver moonlight.

Monai (Initial Alliteration)

Velli nilavozhi veedu / Vizhagaadha anbil aadi paadu

Repetition of the 'V' sound at the beginning of consecutive lines ('Velli' and 'Vizhagaadha').

Personification / Hyperbole

Kannil vasantham pookkuthae

Attributing spring blooming ('vasantham pookkuthae') inside human eyes to express overwhelming joy.

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Trivia

This track 'Velli Nilavo' is a warm family celebration song from the Silambarasan TR starrer Eeswaran (2021), directed by S. Susienthiran. The music was composed by S. Thaman, featuring heartfelt lyrics by Yugabharathi that highlight traditional Tamil family togetherness.

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