Bannari Ammane Cover Art

Bannari Ammane Lyrics

From the movie Raja Gopuram

Bannari Ammane Song Lyrics is the track from Raja Gopuram Tamil Film – 1985, Starring Pandiyan, Nalini, Vagai Chandrasekar, Goundamani, Vinu Chakravarthy, Gandhimathi, Y. Vijaya. This song was sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVairamuthu

Singers

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Singerமலேசியா வாசுதேவன்

Star Cast

Dialogue :

Bannaari ammanae un paera nambinaen
Nanmaiya cheiyavae naan pooja seiyiraen

Female Chorus : Lulululu lulululu lulululu lulululu

Ellorum vaazhanum innalgal poganum
Ennaalum boomiya inbam thaan aalanum

Female Chorus : Lulululu lulululu lulululu lulululu

Pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami
Pakka balam nee irundhaa matha balam thaevai illa
Bakthiyudan thaedi vandhaa panjam ellaam theerumammaa

Female Chorus : Pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami

Naadu nallaarukku yaezhaikkellaam dullaarukku
Vaazhvu pollaarukku saami ellaam kallaarukku
Aathaa kannu paathaa thaappaa thorandhidum

Female Chorus : Soru thinna yaengum nelama maranjidum

Hei seekkiram vizhi kaattu

Female Chorus : Enga veettula oli yaethu

Aehaei pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami

Female Chorus : Pakka balam nee irundhaa matha balam thaevai illa

Bakthiyudan thaedi vandhaa panjam ellaam theerumammaa

Female Chorus : Pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami

Koottamaa nikkira paiyangalaa Oru kolaaru solren seiyungadaa

Aa… seiraen seiraen

Female Chorus : Gummunu nikkira paappamma saedhiya
Koottatthula vandhu sollungadaa

Solrom solrom

Aei paappamma morachu paakkuraa Vaangadaa odi pogalaam

Paadha mullaarukku maedu pallam kallaarukku
Yaedhum illaarukku yaekkam mattum fullaarukku
Thuninjaa thadaiyum odaiyum edhukkum varuma madiyum

Female Chorus : Eppo pozhudhu vidiyum yaekkam eppo ozhiyum

Hae saami thaan badhil kooru

Female Chorus : Sezhippaaganum enga ooru

Aei hae hae
Pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami

Female Chorus : Pakka balam nee irundhaa matha balam thaevai illa

Bakthiyudan thaedi vandhaa panjam ellaam theerumammaa

Female Chorus : Pagalaagi iravaagi thadumaari vazhi maarum boomi
Pala paera manam maathi ozhungaakku ulagaalum saami

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Bannari Ammane" from 'Raja Gopuram' is a devotional folk prayer to the Goddess Bannari Amman, intertwined with social commentary and a plea for prosperity. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, capture the essence of rural devotion where the deity is seen as the ultimate protector and provider. The initial dialogue sets a playful, almost challenging tone towards the goddess, asking to reveal her old stories, which quickly transitions into a heartfelt prayer for the well-being of all, the removal of troubles, and the reign of happiness on Earth. The song acknowledges the struggles of life, the changing nature of the world, and the plight of the poor, seeking divine intervention to transform minds and alleviate suffering.

The recurring theme emphasizes the goddess's power as the sole support, stating that with her strength, no other power is needed, and devotion will end all hardships. It highlights the stark contrast between a seemingly good country and the dull, difficult lives of the poor, expressing a yearning for a better future where basic needs like food are met. The lyrics also include a light-hearted, conversational segment with young boys, adding a touch of local flavor and realism before returning to the earnest prayer for the village's prosperity and an end to longing and poverty, ultimately placing faith in the divine to bring about a new dawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Bannari Ammane?

Bannari Ammane is sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன்.

Which movie is Bannari Ammane from?

The song Bannari Ammane is featured in the movie Raja Gopuram.

Who wrote the lyrics for Bannari Ammane?

The lyrics for Bannari Ammane were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Bannari Ammane lyrics?

Yes! Bannari Ammane lyrics from Raja Gopuram include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Bannari Ammane lyrics?

The song "Bannari Ammane" from 'Raja Gopuram' is a devotional folk prayer to the Goddess Bannari Amman, intertwined with social commentary and a plea for prosperity. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, capture the essence of rural devotion where the deity is seen as the ultimate protector and provider. The initial dialogue sets a playful, almost challenging tone towards the goddess, asking to reveal her old stories, which quickly transitions into a heartfelt prayer for the well-being of all, the removal of troubles, and the reign of happiness on Earth. The song acknowledges the struggles of life, the changing nature of the world, and the plight of the poor, seeking divine intervention to transform minds and alleviate suffering. The recurring theme emphasizes the goddess's power as the sole support, stating that with her strength, no other power is needed, and devotion will end all hardships. It highlights the stark contrast between a seemingly good country and the dull, difficult lives of the poor, expressing a yearning for a better future where basic needs like food are met. The lyrics also include a light-hearted, conversational segment with young boys, adding a touch of local flavor and realism before returning to the earnest prayer for the village's prosperity and an end to longing and poverty, ultimately placing faith in the divine to bring about a new dawn.

Song Details

Song NameBannari Ammane
Singersமலேசியா வாசுதேவன்
LyricistVairamuthu
LanguageTamil

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