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Yogamithu Pudhu Yogamithu

From Mappillai Singam (1983) · 1983

Lyricist
Pollachi Khan
Singers
Vani Jairam, P. Jayachandran
Music director
Shankar Ganesh
Details
Mappillai Singam (1983)1983

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Yogamthu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is
Yogamthu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is
Vizhiyodu kavi paadiSinging poetry with the eyes
Rathiyodu sugam thedumSeeking pleasure with Goddess Rathi
Male
Yogamthu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is
Female
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Malarodai neeraadiBathing in a stream of flowers
Madhanodu naanaadaDancing with God Manmatha
Female
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Male
Anthi varum thendralilaeIn the evening breeze that blows
Aadi oru sedhi varumA message comes dancing along
Anthi varum thendralilaeIn the evening breeze that blows
Aadi oru sedhi varumA message comes dancing along
Ullaththil aasai vanthuDesire arises in the heart
Unnaiyae naadi varumAnd comes seeking only you
Female
Mannavanin karangalilaeIn the hands of the kingly beloved
Maalaiyidum velaithanilAt the moment of exchanging garlands
Mannavanin karangalilaeIn the hands of the kingly beloved
Maalaiyidum velaithanilAt the moment of exchanging garlands
Kallavizhi paarvaiyilaeUnder a sly and secret glance
Pullarikkum ponmeniThe golden body gets goosebumps
Male
Yogamithu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is
VizhiyoduWith the eyes
Female :HaaHaa
Male :Kavi paadiSinging poetry
Female :HaaHaa
Male :RathiyoduWith Goddess Rathi
Female :HaaHaa
Male :Sugam thedumSeeking pleasure
Yogamthu pudhu yogaThis is luck, a brand new fortune
Female :Haa….aa…aa….Haa....aa...aa....
Female
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Malarodai neeraadiBathing in a stream of flowers
Madhanodu naanaadaDancing with God Manmatha
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Female
Chinnavalin vizhi sivakkumThe young woman's eyes grow flushed
Seethanangal yaeraalamThe bridal treasures are abundant
Chinnavalin vizhi sivakkumThe young woman's eyes grow flushed
Seethanangal yaeraalamThe bridal treasures are abundant
Sangamaththil kodi sugamA million pleasures in this union
Sari paathi unathaagumAn exact half of it shall be yours
Male
Punnagaiyil minnalidumLightning flashes within her smile
Poovidhazhil thaenoorumHoney drips from flower-like lips
Punnagaiyil minnalidumLightning flashes within her smile
Poovidhazhil thaenoorumHoney drips from flower-like lips
Kannaththil kolamidumDecorating the cheeks with beauty
Kanni enthan sonthamadiThis young maiden is mine forever
Female
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
MalarodaiStream of flowers
Male :HaaHaa
Female :NeeraadiBathing
Male :HaaHaa
Female :MadhanoduWith God Manmatha
Male :HaaHaa
Female :NaanaadaDancing
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Male
Yogamithu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is
VizhiyoduWith the eyes
Female :HaaHaa
Male :Kavi paadiSinging poetry
Female :HaaHaa
Male :RathiyoduWith Goddess Rathi
Female :HaaHaa
Male :Sugam thedumSeeking pleasure
YogamthuThis is luck
Female :Haa….aa…aa….Haa....aa...aa....
Male :Pudhu yogaA brand new fortune
Female :Haa….aa…aa….Haa....aa...aa....
Female
Neramithu suba neramithuThis time is an auspicious time
Male :Yogamithu pudhu yogamithuThis is luck, a brand new fortune it is

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

The song 'Yogamithu Pudhu Yogamithu' from Mappillai Singam (1983) is a romantic duet expressing the deep joy, fortune, and bliss experienced by two lovers. The male and female protagonists view their romantic union as a stroke of divine good luck ('Yogam') and an auspicious moment ('Suba Neram'). Using mythological references, the hero equates his lady love to Rathi (the goddess of beauty) while the heroine sees her lover as Manmatha (the god of love). The lyrics capture the sweet anticipation of marriage and intimate togetherness. Through imagery of evening breezes bringing love notes, flower-laden streams, honeyed lips, and blushing cheeks, the song paints an evocative picture of passion, affectionate teasing, and lifelong commitment.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor

Poovidhazhil thaenoorum

Compares the woman's lips to flower petals dripping with nectar ('poovidhazh'), symbolizing sweetness and beauty.

Hyperbole

Punnagaiyil minnalidum

Exaggerates the brightness of her smile by comparing it to a flash of lightning ('minnalidum').

Allusion

Rathiyodu sugam thedum / Madhanodu naanaada

Alludes to Hindu deities of love and beauty—Rathi and Madhan (Manmatha)—to highlight the divine romantic ideal.

Ethugai (Second-letter Rhyme)

Neramithu suba neramithu / Malarodai neeraadi

The second consonant sound 'ra' in 'Neramithu' and 'Malarodai' creates a subtle rhythmic harmony across lines.

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Trivia

Composed by the musical duo Shankar-Ganesh for the 1983 Tamil film 'Mappillai Singam', 'Yogamithu Pudhu Yogamithu' features vocals by the legendary duo Vani Jairam and P. Jayachandran. The lyrics were penned by lyricist Pollachi Khan, known for his classical Tamil metaphors and evocative romantic expressions.

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