Ethanai Periya Lyrics

From the movie Aasai Mugam

Ethanai Periya Song Lyrics is the track from Aasai Mugam Tamil Film – 1965, Starring M. G. Ramachandran, B. Saroja Devi, M. N. Nambiar. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தராஜன். The music was composed by S. M. Subbaiah Naidu. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Music DirectorS. M. Subbaiah Naidu

LyricistVaali

Singers

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Singerடி. எம். சௌந்தராஜன்

Star Cast

ActorM. G. Ramachandran

ActorB. Saroja Devi

ActorM. N. Nambiar

Translation

Innoruvar vedhanai Ivargalukku vedikkai
Idhayamattra manidharukku Idhuvellaam vaadikkaieeee…

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku
Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku
Eththanai siriya paravaikku Eththanai siriya paravaikku
Eththanai periya arivirukku

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku

Uyarndhavar enna Thaazhndhavar enna
Udal mattumae karuppu Avar udhiram endrum sivappu

Oru vazhi nadandhaar Uyarndhavar aavaar
Oru vazhi nadandhaar Uyarndhavar aavaar
Pala vazhi kadandhaar Thaazhndhavar aavaar
Hmhmhm hmhmmmm

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku

Kozhiyai paaru Kaalaiyil vizhikkum
Kuruviyai paaru Sombalai pazhikkum

Kaakkaiyai paaru Koodi pizhaikkum
kaakkaiyai paaru Koodi pizhaikkum
Nammaiyum paaru Naadae sirikkum
Hmhmhm hmhmmmm

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku

Thanakkoru kolgai Adharkkoru thalaivan
Thanakkoru paadhai Adharkkoru payanam

Unakkena vendum Unarndhidu thambi
Unakkena vendum Unarndhidu thambi
Uzhaiththida vendum Kaigalai nambi
Hmhmhm hmhmmmm

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku
Eththanai siriya paravaikku Eththanai periya arivirukku

Eththanai periya manidhanukku Eththanai siriya manam irukku…uu

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song further uses animal metaphors to illustrate ideal virtues: the hen's punctuality, the sparrow's diligence, and the crow's communal spirit. It then contrasts these with human failings, lamenting that humanity's actions often invite ridicule. The final verses serve as a call to action, urging individuals to define their own principles, choose their path, and work diligently with their own hands, emphasizing self-reliance and integrity over societal hypocrisy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Ethanai Periya?

Ethanai Periya is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தராஜன்.

Which movie is Ethanai Periya from?

The song Ethanai Periya is featured in the movie Aasai Mugam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Ethanai Periya?

The lyrics for Ethanai Periya were written by Vaali with music composed by S. M. Subbaiah Naidu.

Is English translation available for Ethanai Periya lyrics?

Yes! Ethanai Periya lyrics from Aasai Mugam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Ethanai Periya lyrics?

This song is a profound social commentary, questioning human nature and societal values. It highlights the irony of powerful individuals possessing small, uncompassionate hearts, contrasting them with small birds that exhibit great wisdom. The lyrics challenge the superficial distinctions of 'high-born' and 'low-born,' emphasizing that all humans share the same red blood, and true nobility comes from adhering to a single, righteous path, not from birth or status. The song further uses animal metaphors to illustrate ideal virtues: the hen's punctuality, the sparrow's diligence, and the crow's communal spirit. It then contrasts these with human failings, lamenting that humanity's actions often invite ridicule. The final verses serve as a call to action, urging individuals to define their own principles, choose their path, and work diligently with their own hands, emphasizing self-reliance and integrity over societal hypocrisy.