Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu Cover Art

Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu Lyrics

From the movie Thenum Paalum

Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu Song Lyrics is the track from Thenum Paalum Tamil Film – 1971. This song was sung by தாராபுரம் சுந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

MS
Music DirectorM. S. Viswanathan
V
LyricistVaali

Singers

தச
Singerதாராபுரம் சுந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி

Star Cast

Not Specified

Aduththavan potta thaalaththukellaam Aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae
Aduththavan potta thaalaththukellaam Aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae
Antha aattamum paattamum kudumba ponnukku Aagaathae aagaathae aagaathae

Eduththathukkellaam kurukkae vizhunthu
Kedukkaathae kedukkaathae kedukkaathae
Eduththathukkellaam kurukkae vizhunthu
Kedukkaathae kedukkaathae kedukkaathae
Enga paattan soththila aattam pottaal
Thadukkaathae thadukkaathae thadukkaathae

Aduththavan potta thaalaththukellaam
Aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae

Veththilai pottu sivakka venum Paththini ponnu udhadu
Kanda saayaththai poosi vaaya Thoranthaa panaththukku kedu

Koththu manjalai kozhaichchu potta Mugaththiyum paaru
Adhil maavai araichchu poosiyirunthaa Sagikkala paaruaahaasagikkala paaru

Koondhalukkeththa poovai soodi Azhagu paarkkanum
Nalla kudumba pennum aadal kalaiyai Pazhagi paarkkanum

Iduppa valaichchu aadumpothu Rasichchu paarkkanum
Unakku ishtamillaatti kashtapadaama Odhungi irukkanum

Aduththavan potta thaalaththukellaam
Aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae

Mathavi potta aattaththinaalae Kovalan kettaanae
Avan mangal mangai kannagi pennai Maranthu ponaanae

Sutta piragu puththi poranthu Sattiyai vittaanae
Avan pattathukkellaam kaaranam Intha naatiyamthaanae

Vanna mayilgalil chinna Kuyilgalil pennum oru jaathi
Aval aadi thirivathum paadi parappathum Iyarkkaiyin needhi

Kannukkazhagaana ponnu mugamthaan Vennilavin paathi
Adhai kattuppaduththa sattam vithippathu Anthakkaala saedhi aahaahaa anthakaala saedhi

Aduththavan potta thaalaththukellaam
Aadaathae aadaathae aadaathae
Eduththathukkellaam kurukkae vizhunthu
Kedukkaathae kedukkaathae kedukkaathae

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a vibrant duet that captures a classic debate between traditional and progressive viewpoints on women's roles and self-expression, particularly regarding dance. One voice, likely representing conservative values, warns a woman against dancing to 'others' rhythms,' implying it's inappropriate for a 'family girl' and citing the tragic tale of Kovalan and Madhavi from ancient Tamil literature as a cautionary example of how dance can lead to ruin. This perspective emphasizes natural beauty over artificial adornments and adherence to conventional norms.

The opposing voice, advocating for a more modern outlook, challenges these restrictions. It argues that dance is a natural form of expression, comparing a woman's freedom to that of peacocks and cuckoos. This perspective dismisses traditional controls as 'old-fashioned notions' and asserts that a woman should be free to learn and enjoy dance, and those who disapprove should simply step aside. The song cleverly uses this back-and-forth to reflect the societal tensions of its time regarding women's liberation and evolving cultural norms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu?

Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu is sung by தாராபுரம் சுந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி.

Which movie is Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu from?

The song Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu is featured in the movie Thenum Paalum.

Who wrote the lyrics for Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu?

The lyrics for Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu were written by Vaali with music composed by M. S. Viswanathan.

Is English translation available for Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu lyrics?

Yes! Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu lyrics from Thenum Paalum include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu lyrics?

This song is a vibrant duet that captures a classic debate between traditional and progressive viewpoints on women's roles and self-expression, particularly regarding dance. One voice, likely representing conservative values, warns a woman against dancing to 'others' rhythms,' implying it's inappropriate for a 'family girl' and citing the tragic tale of Kovalan and Madhavi from ancient Tamil literature as a cautionary example of how dance can lead to ruin. This perspective emphasizes natural beauty over artificial adornments and adherence to conventional norms. The opposing voice, advocating for a more modern outlook, challenges these restrictions. It argues that dance is a natural form of expression, comparing a woman's freedom to that of peacocks and cuckoos. This perspective dismisses traditional controls as 'old-fashioned notions' and asserts that a woman should be free to learn and enjoy dance, and those who disapprove should simply step aside. The song cleverly uses this back-and-forth to reflect the societal tensions of its time regarding women's liberation and evolving cultural norms.

Music Video

Aduthavan Potta Thaalathu official music video

Song Details

Song NameAduthavan Potta Thaalathu
Singersதாராபுரம் சுந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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