- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- Noel James, Anto, Srinivas
- Music director
- A. R. Rahman
- Movie name
- Mr. Romeo
- Movie release year
- 1996
- Lyrics added on
- 3 Sept 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song snippet depicts a moment of intense enchantment and sudden romantic shock. The protagonist is completely mesmerized by a mysterious woman who briefly encounters him, leaves a deep impression on his heart through affectionate gestures, and vanishes quickly like a flash of lightning.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Uvamai Ani)
“Minnalaai povadhu”
Compares the rapid appearance and disappearance of the woman to a streak of lightning (minnal).
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Mogathin theeyai Nenjukkul vaithaal”
Metaphorically compares passion or desire (mogam) to a burning fire lit inside the heart.
Anaphora / Repetition (Erattai Kilavi / Anaphora)
“Yaaradhu yaaradhu”
Repetition of the word 'Yaaradhu' for emphasis and rhythm to express intrigue and longing.
Rhyme (Iyaipu Ani)
“Un perum enna / Un oorum enna ... Arthangal enna”
The ending word 'enna' repeats across lines, creating a rhythmic rhyming effect.
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Trivia
The film 'Mr. Romeo' (1996) starring Prabhu Deva features music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman. The lyrics were penned by the legendary poet Vaali.
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