Ethana Vagai Cover Art

Ethana Vagai Lyrics

From the movie Sathi Leelavathi

Ethana Vagai Song Lyrics is the track from Sathi Leelavathi Tamil Film – 1995, Starring Ramesh Aravind, Heera Rajgopal, Kalpana, Kamal Haasan, Kovai Sarala, Chokkalinga Bhagavathar, Ra. Sankaran, Janaki, Pasi Sathya, Madhan Bob. This song was sung by குழு. 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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Singerகுழு

Star Cast

Females : O ho ho… ho ho ho Oho ho…

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai
Eliyum poonaiyaai meow Iru dhuruvam aanavar meow meow
Nalla uyirum udalumaai Oru vadivam aanavar ingae thaan

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai

Females : Jaadikkup porundhaadha moodi Pol vaazhndhaalum
Jodiyaai povaargal koodiyae ennaalum Aatchiyil ammaavo aduppinil appaavo
Yaen endru kaettaalae illaram irukkaadhu Nithamum dhaam dhoom dheem
Narthanam aadum Ruthiran ingundu badhra kaaliyum ingundu
Dharma pathini dharma puthiran Amaindhaal amaiyum avaravar yogam

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai
Eliyum poonaiyaai meow Iru dhuruvam aanavar meow meow
Nalla uyirum udalumaai Oru vadivam aanavar ingae thaan

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai

Females : Thattiyae kaetkindra thaarangal Palar undu
Kaettaalum thirundhaadha jenmangal Silar undu
Aayiram nadandhaalum poruppavar palar undu Aathiram thalaikkaeri kudhippavar silar undu
Ponaal pogattum yena silar vaazhvaar Pendaatti sol ellaam poruthavar aalvaar
Aanmai periyadhaa penmai periyadhaa Uyarvo thaazhvo kudumbathil yaedhu

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai
Eliyum poonaiyaai meow Iru dhuruvam aanavar meow meow
Nalla uyirum udalumaai Oru vadivam aanavar ingae thaan

Females : Ethanai vagai ethanai vagai Kanavan manaiviyil ethanai vagai
Ethanai kadhai ethanai kadhai Kudumba kadhaigalil ethanai kadhai

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song playfully explores the myriad dynamics and complexities within marital relationships and family life. It highlights the diverse nature of couples, ranging from those who seem incompatible yet stay together, to those who are perfectly harmonious. The lyrics use vivid metaphors like 'cat and mouse' and 'two poles' to describe conflicting personalities, contrasting them with couples who become 'one form, like body and soul'.

The song delves into various scenarios, from power struggles within the household (mother ruling or father in the kitchen) to the daily 'dance' of arguments and reconciliations, likening partners to divine figures like Rudra and Bhadrakali. It also touches upon different coping mechanisms, from demanding wives and stubborn husbands to those who patiently endure or impulsively react. Ultimately, it questions the notions of superiority between masculinity and femininity, suggesting that in a family, such distinctions are irrelevant, emphasizing the unique fate and journey of each couple.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Ethana Vagai?

Ethana Vagai is sung by குழு.

Which movie is Ethana Vagai from?

The song Ethana Vagai is featured in the movie Sathi Leelavathi.

Who wrote the lyrics for Ethana Vagai?

The lyrics for Ethana Vagai were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Ethana Vagai lyrics?

Yes! Ethana Vagai lyrics from Sathi Leelavathi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Ethana Vagai lyrics?

This song playfully explores the myriad dynamics and complexities within marital relationships and family life. It highlights the diverse nature of couples, ranging from those who seem incompatible yet stay together, to those who are perfectly harmonious. The lyrics use vivid metaphors like 'cat and mouse' and 'two poles' to describe conflicting personalities, contrasting them with couples who become 'one form, like body and soul'. The song delves into various scenarios, from power struggles within the household (mother ruling or father in the kitchen) to the daily 'dance' of arguments and reconciliations, likening partners to divine figures like Rudra and Bhadrakali. It also touches upon different coping mechanisms, from demanding wives and stubborn husbands to those who patiently endure or impulsively react. Ultimately, it questions the notions of superiority between masculinity and femininity, suggesting that in a family, such distinctions are irrelevant, emphasizing the unique fate and journey of each couple.

Song Details

Song NameEthana Vagai
Singersகுழு
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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