[1] Kanmani Rajam, his most famous poem, criticizes the moral bankruptcy of politicians.
His song/poem Naanga Manushangada (We are human beings) is a famous Dalit-freedom song that is still played in many Dalit gatherings.
In this revisionist account, the historical/mythic Avvai, contrary to the prevalent image of her as an old, wise, celibate woman, is rendered as a young, sensuous, creative, 'free' person, a wandering bard.
[4] His other famous literary works include modern versions of Manimekalai[5] and Kuṟiñcippāṭṭu.
[8] He has been selected posthumously for the Sahitya Akademi Award for his book Kaandhal Naatkal in 2017.