Alai Alaiyaai Cover Art

Alai Alaiyaai Lyrics

From the movie Naalai Unathu Naal

Alai Alaiyaai Song Lyrics is the track from Naalai Unathu Naal Tamil Film – 1984, Starring Vijayakanth, Nalini, Sathyaraj, Goundamani, Senthamarai, Manorama, Jaishankar, Sivachandran, V. Gopalakrishnan, S. V. Ramadas. This song was sung by உமா ரமணன். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVaali

Singers

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Singerஉமா ரமணன்

Star Cast

Claps :

Alai alaiyaai pala aasaigalae Adi ilamaiyilae intha ilamaiyilae
Iravinil pookkal pookkalaam Vidinthathum vaadi pogalaam

Idaiyinil kaalam maaralaam Ilamaiyum odi pogalaam
Piraviyil naanum kooda poovin jaadhithaan

Alai alaiyaai pala aasaigalae Adi ilamaiyilae intha ilamaiyilae

Claps :

Sevaazhai pol irandu kaal nadakka Lallaa lallaa lallaa lallaa
Semmeenai pol rendu kan sirikka Lallaa lallaa lallaa lallaa

Nadhipol naanum nadaithaan poda Kodi pol maelae kanithaan aada
Ilagiya maalai pozhuthinilae Vaalipamae vaa naan azhaikka

Alai alaiyaai pala aasaigalae Adi ilamaiyilae intha ilamaiyilae

Claps :

Aagaayam neenthugindra poonguruvi Lallaa lallaa lallaa lallaa
Ammaadi naanum oru thenaruvi Lallaa lallaa lallaa lallaa

Siragai naanum virippaen ingae Ninaiththaal pothum parappean angae
Pozhuthoru paadal padiththiruppaen Raaththiriyil vaa nee rasikka…

Alai alaiyaai pala aasaigalae Adi ilamaiyilae intha ilamaiyilae
Iravinil pookkal pookkalaam Vidinthathum vaadi pogalaam

Idaiyinil kaalam maaralaam Ilamaiyum odi pogalaam
Piraviyil naanum kooda poovin jaadhithaan

Lalalaa laa laallala laa Lalalaa laa laallala laa
Laallala laa laa lala laa Laallala laa laa lala laa

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a vibrant ode to the fleeting yet exhilarating nature of youth and the myriad desires that accompany it. The singer expresses a profound awareness of life's transient beauty, comparing herself to a flower that blooms only to wither, and acknowledging that time and youth are ever-passing. Despite this ephemeral quality, there's an underlying sense of joy and a call to embrace the present moment with all its vivacity.

The lyrics paint a picture of youthful exuberance, using rich metaphors to describe her graceful movements and lively spirit – walking like a swaying banana tree, smiling like a sparkling fish, flowing like a river, and soaring like a bird. It's an invitation to experience life fully, to sing, dance, and revel in the moment, hinting at a desire for companionship to share in this celebration of life before youth inevitably fades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Alai Alaiyaai?

Alai Alaiyaai is sung by உமா ரமணன்.

Which movie is Alai Alaiyaai from?

The song Alai Alaiyaai is featured in the movie Naalai Unathu Naal.

Who wrote the lyrics for Alai Alaiyaai?

The lyrics for Alai Alaiyaai were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Alai Alaiyaai lyrics?

Yes! Alai Alaiyaai lyrics from Naalai Unathu Naal include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Alai Alaiyaai lyrics?

This song is a vibrant ode to the fleeting yet exhilarating nature of youth and the myriad desires that accompany it. The singer expresses a profound awareness of life's transient beauty, comparing herself to a flower that blooms only to wither, and acknowledging that time and youth are ever-passing. Despite this ephemeral quality, there's an underlying sense of joy and a call to embrace the present moment with all its vivacity. The lyrics paint a picture of youthful exuberance, using rich metaphors to describe her graceful movements and lively spirit – walking like a swaying banana tree, smiling like a sparkling fish, flowing like a river, and soaring like a bird. It's an invitation to experience life fully, to sing, dance, and revel in the moment, hinting at a desire for companionship to share in this celebration of life before youth inevitably fades.

Song Details

Song NameAlai Alaiyaai
Singersஉமா ரமணன்
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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