Gangai Karai Thottam Lyrics
From the movie Vanambadi
Gangai Karai Thottam Song Lyrics is the track from Vanambadi Tamil Film – 1963, Starring S. S. Rajendran, Devika, R. Muthuraman, S. V. Sahasranamam, T. R. Ramachandran, R. S. Manohar, Javar Seetharaman, Kamal Haasan, T. R. Rajakumari, Pushpalatha. This song was sung by பி. சுஷீலா. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Gangai Karai thottam
Kanni pengal kootam Kannan naduvinilae
Oo hoo oo kannan naduvinilae
Kaalai ilam kaatru Paadi varum paatu
Edhilum avan kuralae Oo oo edhilum avan kuralae
Gangai Karai thottam
Kanni pengal kootam Kannan naduvinilae
Oo hoo oo kannan naduvinilae
Kaalai ilam kaatru Paadi varum paatu
Edhilum avan kuralae Oo oo edhilum avan kuralae
{ Kannan Muga thotram kanden
Kandavudan maatram konden } (2)
{ Kan Mayangi yengi nindren
Kanni silayaga nindren } (2)
Enna Ninaindheno
Thannai marandheno Kanneer perugiyadhae
Oh hoo kanneer perugiyadhae
Gangai Karai thottam
Kanni pengal kootam Kannan naduvinilae
Oo hoo oo kannan naduvinilae
{ Kannan Ennai kandu kondan
Kai irandil alli kondan } (2)
{ Ponalagu Meni endran poo
Charangal soodi thandhan } (2)
Kan Thirandhu paarthen
Kannan angu illai Kanneer perugiyadhae
Oh hoo kanneer perugiyadhae
Andru Vandha kannan
Indru vara villai Endro avan varuvan oo hoo
Endro avan varuvan
{ Kannan Mugam kanda kangal
Mannar mugam kaanbathillai } (2)
{ Kannanuku Thandha ullam
Innoruvar kolvadhillai } (2)
Kannan Varum naalil kanni
Irupeno kaatril maraiveno Oo hoo kaatril maraiveno
Naadi Varum kannan
Kolamani maarbil Naanae thavalndhirupen
Oo hoo naanae thavalndhirupen { Kanna aa aaaa } (3)
Gangai Karai thottam
Kanni pengal kootam Kannan naduvinilae
Oo hoo oo kannan naduvinilae
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song beautifully captures the profound spiritual longing and devotion of a gopi (devotee) for Lord Krishna. The imagery of the Ganges, young maidens, and Krishna in their midst sets a serene and divine stage. The gopi describes an ethereal experience where Krishna's presence is felt everywhere, even in the morning breeze. She recounts seeing Krishna's enchanting face, which instantly transforms her, leaving her mesmerized and yearning, standing like a statue, overwhelmed by emotion and tears.
The narrative then shifts to a dream-like encounter where Krishna acknowledges her, embraces her, and praises her beauty, adorning her with flowers. However, upon waking, she finds Him gone, leading to a renewed surge of tears and a deep yearning for His return. Her devotion is absolute; having seen Krishna, no other's face holds meaning, and her heart, once given to Him, can never belong to another. She contemplates her fate, wondering if she will remain a maiden or simply fade away by the time He returns, ultimately expressing her deepest desire to be eternally united with Him, nestled on His chest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Gangai Karai Thottam?
Gangai Karai Thottam is sung by பி. சுஷீலா.
Which movie is Gangai Karai Thottam from?
The song Gangai Karai Thottam is featured in the movie Vanambadi.
Who wrote the lyrics for Gangai Karai Thottam?
The lyrics for Gangai Karai Thottam were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Gangai Karai Thottam lyrics?
Yes! Gangai Karai Thottam lyrics from Vanambadi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Gangai Karai Thottam lyrics?
This song beautifully captures the profound spiritual longing and devotion of a gopi (devotee) for Lord Krishna. The imagery of the Ganges, young maidens, and Krishna in their midst sets a serene and divine stage. The gopi describes an ethereal experience where Krishna's presence is felt everywhere, even in the morning breeze. She recounts seeing Krishna's enchanting face, which instantly transforms her, leaving her mesmerized and yearning, standing like a statue, overwhelmed by emotion and tears. The narrative then shifts to a dream-like encounter where Krishna acknowledges her, embraces her, and praises her beauty, adorning her with flowers. However, upon waking, she finds Him gone, leading to a renewed surge of tears and a deep yearning for His return. Her devotion is absolute; having seen Krishna, no other's face holds meaning, and her heart, once given to Him, can never belong to another. She contemplates her fate, wondering if she will remain a maiden or simply fade away by the time He returns, ultimately expressing her deepest desire to be eternally united with Him, nestled on His chest.
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