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Lyrics & meaning

Yedhedho Aanene

From Mr. Chandramouli · 2018

Lyricist
Vivek
Singers
Sam C. S, Chinmayi
Music director
Sam C. S
Details
Mr. Chandramouli2018

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Male
Yedhedho aanenaeI became something completely new
Ellamae neethanaeYou are my everything
Male
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Enakulla kelakatti enga nee thanguraWhere are you residing inside me after building a nest?
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Vanapula ada katti muthama thinguraYou build a shelter in my heart and feed on kisses
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Male
Nee kannamoochi kaatathaeDo not play hide and seek with me
Pattampoochi yeriporaLike a butterfly, you fly away high
Yeno…yeno yeno …ooWhy... why oh why...
Un vekkam sedharum vattathilIn the circle where your shyness scatters
Nikka vechu pora ennaYou leave me standing still
Yeno…yeno yeno..ooWhy... why oh why...
Male
Aatha kadaledukumThe river embraces the ocean
Mainaava maram tholil podumThe tree rests the myna on its shoulder
Kaathu madalodikumThe wind rustles the palm leaves
Thaenthatu vandaara cherumThe honeybee arrives seeking sweet nectar
Male
Megam nelavidikumThe cloud embraces the moon
Nandoda ala aadi theerkumThe wave dances along with the crab
Kaadhal nedi adikumThe strong fragrance of love overpowers me
Unnodu naan serum podhuWhen I join together with you
Female
Yedhedho aanenaeI became something completely new
Ellamae neethanaeYou are my everything
Male :Yedhedho aanenaeMale: I became something completely new
Ellamae neethanaeYou are my everything
Male
Maramchedi kodiTrees, plants, and creepers
Manamthava madiA peaceful lap of nature
Kadichukka veralae podhumA finger is enough to bite on in ecstasy
Sinungura dhesaIn this land of gentle whimpers
Kelambuthu yesaA sweet rhythm arises
Ava mazha koralae odhumHer rain-like voice recites poetry
Female
Ullaara killumIt pinches gently inside my heart
Un valloora paarva unduYou possess a sharp, hawk-like gaze
Manmetha pottuLaying a mattress on the soft soil
Alai neettidum porva renduThe ocean waves extend like two blankets
Yaarum thedaa oru theevilOn an isolated island that no one searches for
Vaazha vaa vaa neeCome, come live with me
Female
Yedhedho ….Something...
Ellamae ….Everything...
Female
Kadhiravan podiDust of the golden sun
Kalavara vediAn explosion of sweet chaos
Mogamena amanja yogamA destiny sculpted as pure desire
Male
Masangura kalaiAn art form born at dusk
Magarantha malarA flower rich with pollen
Idhu ava azhagu thegamThis is her beautiful body
Female
Unnoda kannilIn your eyes
Naan ennaiyae paaka venumI want to see my reflection
Male :Un anba sollaMale: To express your tender love
Naan pudhu vaarthai kokka venumI must string together brand new words
Female
Naanae venamI do not even need myself
Uyir vaazhaTo remain alive
Nee mattum venumI only need you
Male
Yedhedho aanenaeI became something completely new
Ellamae neethanaeYou are my everything
Male
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Enakulla kelakatti enga nee thanguraWhere are you residing inside me after building a nest?
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Vanapula ada katti muthama thinguraYou build a shelter in my heart and feed on kisses
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo
Vannakuyilae vannakuyilaeOh colorful cuckoo, oh colorful cuckoo

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

'Vannakuyilae' from 'Mr. Chandramouli' is a poetic, romantic track expressing profound love, passion, and emotional transcendence. The protagonist addresses his beloved as a 'colorful cuckoo' (Vannakuyil), depicting how her entry into his life has transformed his identity and filled his soul. Through evocative imagery of nature—clouds, ocean waves, flowers, and gentle rain—the lyrics capture the overwhelming sensuality and deep attachment shared between the lovers.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor

Vannakuyilae vannakuyilae

The speaker addresses the beloved metaphorically as a 'Vannakuyil' (colorful cuckoo) to signify her vibrant beauty and captivating voice.

Monai (Initial Alliteration)

Maramchedi kodi / Manamthava madi

The initial letter 'Ma' repeats across the consecutive lines ('Maramchedi', 'Manamthava'), creating rhythmic harmony.

Imagery

Ava mazha koralae odhum

Uses auditory imagery comparing her voice to soothing rain.

Personification

Mainaava maram tholil podum

Personifies the tree as carrying the myna bird on its shoulder.

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Trivia

'Mr. Chandramouli' (2018) is a Tamil action drama starring real-life father-son duo Karthik and Gautham Karthik together on screen for the first time. Although the lyricist is Vivek, the music for the film was composed by Sam C.S.

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