Amma Kaaveri Cover Art

Amma Kaaveri Lyrics

From the movie Jaya Gopi

Amma Kaaveri Song Lyrics is the track from Jaya Gopi Tamil Film – 1955. This song was sung by சித்தூர் நாகையா. The music was composed by விஸ்வநாதன் ராமமூர்த்தி. Lyrics works penned by கண்ணதாசன்.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

வர
Music Directorவிஸ்வநாதன் ராமமூர்த்தி
க
Lyricistகண்ணதாசன்

Singers

சந
Singerசித்தூர் நாகையா

Star Cast

Not Specified

Singer : Chithoor Nagaiya

Music Director : Viswanathan – Ramamoorthy

Lyricist : Kannadasan

Amma kaveri theenarigalin Uyirodu vilaiyaadalaamaa

Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae
Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae
Peruntheethu seithatheno Ilanjseyai kondathaeno

Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae

Thaayai thedum paalanai Yaen saavidam saerththaai
Thaayai thedum paalanai Yaen saavidam saerththaai
Thaai veruththaal ulagil veru Pugalidam yaethu

Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae

Ivvinthai seivathaalae Perum vegam kolvathaalae
Udainthu pogumo Ullam sithainthu pogumo

Piralaya kaala bayangaramae Kavarnthu konda pothilum
Piralaya kaala bayangaramae Kavarnthu konda pothilum
Kadanthu nindru idhayanthannil Nilavum engal gobi
Enna koramammaa Yaenintha theengi seithaai

Thennaadu thaedi vanthaai Siru saeigal kodi kandaai
Orr paapam seithidaa Gopiyai pali kondaai
Orr paapam seithidaa Gopiyai pali kondaai

Abagaaram seiyyum yaarkkum Ubakaaram seiyyum gobi
Engal paalagan thamizh kaavalan Uyir kaakka vendum thaayae
Unnai vendi nindrom thaayae Thaiyai seiyya vendum neeyae

Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae
Peruntheethu seithatheno Ilanjseyai kondathaeno

Amma kaveri un anbu Ullam engae

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a poignant lament addressed to the Kaveri river, personified as a divine mother. The lyrics express profound grief and bewilderment over the river's perceived cruelty in taking the life of an innocent child named Gopi. The singer questions the Kaveri's loving heart, asking why it would inflict such a great wrong and snatch away a young life, especially one described as a benevolent soul who helps even those who harm him. The song conveys a deep sense of loss and betrayal, as the river, usually a source of life, has become an agent of sorrow.

The emotional core of the song lies in its desperate plea for mercy and justice. The lyrics highlight Gopi's innocence, stating he committed no sin to deserve such a fate, and portray him as a beloved child and a 'protector of Tamil.' The repeated questioning of the Kaveri's compassion underscores the pain and confusion of those left behind. It's a powerful expression of human vulnerability against the forces of nature, imbued with a devotional yet questioning tone, begging the divine mother to intervene and restore life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Amma Kaaveri?

Amma Kaaveri is sung by சித்தூர் நாகையா.

Which movie is Amma Kaaveri from?

The song Amma Kaaveri is featured in the movie Jaya Gopi.

Who wrote the lyrics for Amma Kaaveri?

The lyrics for Amma Kaaveri were written by கண்ணதாசன் with music composed by விஸ்வநாதன் ராமமூர்த்தி.

Is English translation available for Amma Kaaveri lyrics?

Yes! Amma Kaaveri lyrics from Jaya Gopi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Amma Kaaveri lyrics?

This song is a poignant lament addressed to the Kaveri river, personified as a divine mother. The lyrics express profound grief and bewilderment over the river's perceived cruelty in taking the life of an innocent child named Gopi. The singer questions the Kaveri's loving heart, asking why it would inflict such a great wrong and snatch away a young life, especially one described as a benevolent soul who helps even those who harm him. The song conveys a deep sense of loss and betrayal, as the river, usually a source of life, has become an agent of sorrow. The emotional core of the song lies in its desperate plea for mercy and justice. The lyrics highlight Gopi's innocence, stating he committed no sin to deserve such a fate, and portray him as a beloved child and a 'protector of Tamil.' The repeated questioning of the Kaveri's compassion underscores the pain and confusion of those left behind. It's a powerful expression of human vulnerability against the forces of nature, imbued with a devotional yet questioning tone, begging the divine mother to intervene and restore life.

Song Details

Song NameAmma Kaaveri
Singersசித்தூர் நாகையா
Lyricistகண்ணதாசன்
LanguageTamil

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