Chengottai Passengeru Lyrics
From the movie Seervarisai
Chengottai Passengeru Song Lyrics is the track from Seervarisai Tamil Film – 1978. This song was sung by எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Chenkottai passenger Engaeyum nikkumadi
Aiyyaavum appadiyae ponna kandaa Kannadichchu nikkumadi
Chenkottai passenger Engaeyum nikkumadi
Aiyyaavum appadiyae ponna kandaa Kannadichchu nikkumadi
Chenkottai passenger Engaeyum nikkumadi
Aiyyaavum appadiyae ponna kandaa Kannadichchu nikkumadi
Thanni poda antha vandi nikkumadi Thanni pottaa intha vandi nikkumadi
Thanni poda antha vandi nikkumadi Thanni pottaa intha vandi nikkumadi
Chenkottai passenger Engaeyum nikkumadi
Aiyyaavum appadiyae ponna kandaa Kannadichchu nikkumadi
Kootti perukkadi kuppaiyirukkammaa
Kolam podungadi mudhugula summaa
Kootti perukkadi kuppaiyirukkammaa
Kolam podungadi mudhugula summaa
Ponnunnaa vaangikkadaa oorai suththi kannaa
Ullulaagi aariraaro ullulaagi aariraaro
Ponnunnaa vaangikkadaa oorai suththi kannaa
Unna ippa vittuvittaa naanum oru pennaa
Ada kannaa odha thinnaa Rompa nanna adhu manakkum
Kannaa ada pinnaa ada mannaa thimir adangum
Chenkottai passenger Engaeyum nikkumadi
Aiyyaavum appadiyae ponna kandaa Kannadichchu nikkumadi
Aaththi ivarukku ullam rompa aazham
Adhu pol engalathu olakkaiyum neelam
Aaththi ivarukku ullam rompa aazham
Adhu pol engalathu olakkaiyum neelam
Parisaa naanga thara verenna venum
Bharathan thookki vantha paathugaiyae pothum
Rama rama rama rama rama rama rama rama Harae ram
Rama rama rama rama rama rama rama rama Ram ram
Parisaa naanga thara verenna venum
Bharathan thookki vantha paathugaiyae pothum
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Chengottai Passengeru" is a lively and playful folk-inspired number from the 1978 movie 'Seervarisai'. Sung by L.R. Eswari, known for her energetic and expressive vocals, the lyrics by Kannadasan are filled with double entendres and local colloquialisms. The central metaphor compares a passenger train that stops everywhere to a man who stops and winks at every girl he sees. It humorously suggests that just as a train needs water, a man might be swayed by "water" (alcohol or perhaps flirtation), leading him to stop.
The song continues with playful banter, urging women to clean and adorn themselves, and teasing men about their flirtatious nature. It uses traditional folk imagery like drawing 'kolam' and references to the Ramayana story of Bharathan bringing Rama's sandals, juxtaposing devotional elements with lighthearted, suggestive remarks. The overall mood is celebratory and teasing, reflecting the vibrant cultural context of rural Tamil Nadu, where such songs often accompany festivities and social gatherings, encouraging interaction and light-hearted fun between genders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Chengottai Passengeru?
Chengottai Passengeru is sung by எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி.
Which movie is Chengottai Passengeru from?
The song Chengottai Passengeru is featured in the movie Seervarisai.
Who wrote the lyrics for Chengottai Passengeru?
The lyrics for Chengottai Passengeru were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Viswanathan.
Is English translation available for Chengottai Passengeru lyrics?
Yes! Chengottai Passengeru lyrics from Seervarisai include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Chengottai Passengeru lyrics?
The song "Chengottai Passengeru" is a lively and playful folk-inspired number from the 1978 movie 'Seervarisai'. Sung by L.R. Eswari, known for her energetic and expressive vocals, the lyrics by Kannadasan are filled with double entendres and local colloquialisms. The central metaphor compares a passenger train that stops everywhere to a man who stops and winks at every girl he sees. It humorously suggests that just as a train needs water, a man might be swayed by "water" (alcohol or perhaps flirtation), leading him to stop. The song continues with playful banter, urging women to clean and adorn themselves, and teasing men about their flirtatious nature. It uses traditional folk imagery like drawing 'kolam' and references to the Ramayana story of Bharathan bringing Rama's sandals, juxtaposing devotional elements with lighthearted, suggestive remarks. The overall mood is celebratory and teasing, reflecting the vibrant cultural context of rural Tamil Nadu, where such songs often accompany festivities and social gatherings, encouraging interaction and light-hearted fun between genders.
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