Em Peru Kathamuthu Cover Art

Em Peru Kathamuthu Lyrics

From the movie Pudhiya Sangamam

Em Peru Kathamuthu Song Lyrics is the track from Pudhiya Sangamam Tamil Film – 1984. This song was sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன். The music was composed by Ramakrishna Raja. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

RR
Music DirectorRamakrishna Raja
V
LyricistVairamuthu

Singers

மவ
Singerமலேசியா வாசுதேவன்

Star Cast

Not Specified

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu
Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu
Padichurukken naalaezhuththu Paadiduvaen paateduththu
Oorukellaam sevai seithu Vaazhnthiduvaenae peraeduththu

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu

Aaththa nambi meenirukku Saeththa nambi payirirukku
Ooththa nambi kenarirukki Yaelaelangiliyae
Yaelaelangiliyae aahaan

Aaththa nambi meenirukku Saeththa nambi payirirukku
Ooththa nambi kenarirukki Yaelaelangiliyae

Soththa nambi vayirirukku Kaaththa nambi moochirukku
Kaiya nambi naanirukken Yaelaelangiliyae
Yaelaelangiliyae aahaan

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu
Padichurukken naalaezhuththu Paadiduvaen paateduththu
Oorukellaam sevai seithu Vaazhnthiduvaenae peraeduththu

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu

Naadi muththu aasaari Nagai mattum seivaaru
Kaalimuththu enbavaru Savaal mattum viduvaaru

Silambu sanda therinja muththu Segappi magan singamuththu
Ellaamae therinja muththu Intha muththu sellamuththu

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu
Padichurukken naalaezhuththu Paadiduvaen paateduththu
Oorukellaam sevai seithu Vaazhnthiduvaenae peraeduththu

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu

Porakka vachcha aandavanae Irakkum thedhi ezhuthi vachchu
Marakka vachchaan manithargalai Yaelaelangiliyae yaelaelangiliyae

Porakka vachcha aandavanae Irakkum thedhi ezhuthi vachchu
Marakka vachchaan manithargalai Yaelaelangiliyae yaelaelangiliyae

Irantha pinnum namma peru Irukkumpadi seithaalthaan
Poranthatharkku arththam undu Yaelaelangiliyae yaelaelangiliyae

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu
Padichurukken naalaezhuththu Paadiduvaen paateduththu
Oorukellaam sevai seithu Vaazhnthiduvaenae peraeduththu

Em peru kaaththamuththu Kaani nilam enthan soththu

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song introduces the character of Kaathamuthu, a simple, self-reliant man who takes pride in his humble possessions and limited education. He expresses a strong desire to live a life of purpose by serving his community and earning a good name, rather than accumulating vast wealth. The lyrics emphasize his independence, stating that while others rely on external factors like rivers, soil, and wells, he relies solely on his own hard work and hands.

The song also touches upon the transient nature of life and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. Kaathamuthu reflects on the divine plan of birth and death, and how humans are made to forget their mortality. He concludes that the true meaning of life lies not just in living, but in ensuring one's name and good deeds endure even after death, thereby making one's existence meaningful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Em Peru Kathamuthu?

Em Peru Kathamuthu is sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன்.

Which movie is Em Peru Kathamuthu from?

The song Em Peru Kathamuthu is featured in the movie Pudhiya Sangamam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Em Peru Kathamuthu?

The lyrics for Em Peru Kathamuthu were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by Ramakrishna Raja.

Is English translation available for Em Peru Kathamuthu lyrics?

Yes! Em Peru Kathamuthu lyrics from Pudhiya Sangamam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Em Peru Kathamuthu lyrics?

This song introduces the character of Kaathamuthu, a simple, self-reliant man who takes pride in his humble possessions and limited education. He expresses a strong desire to live a life of purpose by serving his community and earning a good name, rather than accumulating vast wealth. The lyrics emphasize his independence, stating that while others rely on external factors like rivers, soil, and wells, he relies solely on his own hard work and hands. The song also touches upon the transient nature of life and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. Kaathamuthu reflects on the divine plan of birth and death, and how humans are made to forget their mortality. He concludes that the true meaning of life lies not just in living, but in ensuring one's name and good deeds endure even after death, thereby making one's existence meaningful.

Song Details

Song NameEm Peru Kathamuthu
Singersமலேசியா வாசுதேவன்
LyricistVairamuthu
LanguageTamil

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