Gandhi Desamey Lyrics
From the movie Naan Sigappu Manithan (1985 )
Gandhi Desamey Song Lyrics is the track from Naan Sigappu Manithan (1985 ) Tamil Film – 1985, Starring Rajinikanth, K. Bhagyaraj, Ambika, Sathyaraj, Sumathi, Nizhalgal Ravi, Y. G. Mahendran, Venniradai Moorthy, M. N. Nambiar, Thengai Srinivasan. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.
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Gandhi desamae kaavalillaiyaa
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Gandhi desamae kaavalillaiyaa Needhimandramae niyaayam illaiyaa
Padhaviyin Siraigalil Paarathmaadhaa parithavikkiraal
Sudhandhira devi suyanala puligalin
Thuni thuvaikkiraal thuni thuvaikkiraal
Thaayai meetkkavaadharmam kaakkavaa
Thaayai meetkkavaadharmam kaakkavaa
Aahaaaaaahaaaaaahaa…aa… Aahaaaaaahaaaaaahaa…aa…
Aaaaaaaaaaa
Gandhiyum neruvum vaangiya sudhandhiram Oru silar urimaiyillai
Oru silar urimaiyillai Aaaaaaaaaaa
Valamundu kuraivillai Yaezhaikku niraivillai
Varumaikku varumai illai Varumaikku varumai illai
Aaaaaaaaaaa
Saalaiyin thanimaiyil azhagiya ilamayil Nadakkavum mudiyavillai
Nadakkavum mudiyavillai Aaaaaaaaaaa
Ilamaiyum karainthathu irupuram naraiththathu Velaiyum kidaikkavillai
Velaiyum kidaikkavillai Aaaaaaaaaaa
Jaadhi engindra maaya pei ondru Raththam ketkkindrathae
Dharmam thappiththu kalvan kottaikkul Thanjam ketkkindrathae
Gandhi desamae kaavalillaiyaa Needhimandramae niyaayam illaiyaa
Aahaaaaaahaaaaaahaa…aa… Aahaaaaaahaaaaaahaa…aa…
Aaaaaaaaaaa
India dhesaththai kaakkindra veerarkal Ellaiyil nirainthiruppar
Ellaiyil nirainthiruppar Aaaaaaaaaaa
Naattinai kaasukku Kaattiyae koduppaavar
Oorukkul olinthiruppaar Oorukkul olinthiruppaar
Aaaaaaaaaaa
Ahimsaiyai bothiththa dhesaththil Raththathin aarugal oduthadaa
Raththathin aarugal oduthadaa Aaaaaaaaaaa
Yaezhaiyin kooraiyil yaetriya theekkanal Vaan varai yaeruthadaa
Vaan varai yaeruthadaa Aaaaaaaaaaa
Viduthalai vaanga andru naam thantha vilaigalthaan konjamaa
Veliyae indru payirai meigindra Nilamaithaan maarumaa
Gandhi desamae kaavalillaiyaa Needhimandramae niyaayam illaiyaa
Padhaviyin Siraigalil Paarathmaadhaa parithavikkiraal
Sudhandhira devi suyanala puligalin
Thuni thuvaikkiraal thuni thuvaikkiraal
Thaayai meetkkavaadharmam kaakkavaa
Thaayai meetkkavaadharmam kaakkavaa
Gandhi desamae kaavalillaiyaa Needhimandramae niyaayam illaiyaa
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a powerful social commentary reflecting the disillusionment with the state of India decades after independence. It questions the very foundations of the nation, asking if Gandhi's land still has protection and if the courts still deliver justice. The lyrics paint a grim picture of Mother India suffering in the "prisons of power," and the Goddess of Freedom being exploited by selfish individuals. It highlights the stark contrast between the ideals of freedom fought for by leaders like Gandhi and Nehru, and the harsh realities of corruption, injustice, and social decay prevalent in society.
The song delves into specific societal ills: the wealth disparity where the poor remain unfulfilled despite national abundance, the insecurity faced by women, the unemployment crisis affecting the youth, and the divisive role of caste demanding blood. It criticizes those who betray the nation for personal gain while soldiers protect the borders. The poignant lines about rivers of blood flowing in the land of non-violence and the fire on the poor man's roof reaching the sky underscore the deep-seated anger and frustration. The song ends with a desperate plea for change, questioning if the very protectors (the fence) have become the destroyers (grazing the crop).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Gandhi Desamey?
Gandhi Desamey is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்.
Which movie is Gandhi Desamey from?
The song Gandhi Desamey is featured in the movie Naan Sigappu Manithan (1985 ).
Who wrote the lyrics for Gandhi Desamey?
The lyrics for Gandhi Desamey were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Gandhi Desamey lyrics?
Yes! Gandhi Desamey lyrics from Naan Sigappu Manithan (1985 ) include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Gandhi Desamey lyrics?
This song is a powerful social commentary reflecting the disillusionment with the state of India decades after independence. It questions the very foundations of the nation, asking if Gandhi's land still has protection and if the courts still deliver justice. The lyrics paint a grim picture of Mother India suffering in the "prisons of power," and the Goddess of Freedom being exploited by selfish individuals. It highlights the stark contrast between the ideals of freedom fought for by leaders like Gandhi and Nehru, and the harsh realities of corruption, injustice, and social decay prevalent in society. The song delves into specific societal ills: the wealth disparity where the poor remain unfulfilled despite national abundance, the insecurity faced by women, the unemployment crisis affecting the youth, and the divisive role of caste demanding blood. It criticizes those who betray the nation for personal gain while soldiers protect the borders. The poignant lines about rivers of blood flowing in the land of non-violence and the fire on the poor man's roof reaching the sky underscore the deep-seated anger and frustration. The song ends with a desperate plea for change, questioning if the very protectors (the fence) have become the destroyers (grazing the crop).
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