Illarum Ondre Nallaram Lyrics
From the movie Maalaiyitta Mangai
Illarum Ondre Nallaram Song Lyrics is the track from Maalaiyitta Mangai Tamil Film – 1958, Starring T. R. Mahalingam, Pandari Bai, Mynavathi, Manorama, Kaaka Radhakrishnan, C. Lakshmi Rajyam, Padmini Priyadarshini, C. K. Saraswathi. This song was sung by பி. சுசீலா. The music was composed by Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Illaram ondrae nallaram endrivar Vaazhavum vida maattaar
Pennai vaazhavum vida maattaar Illaram ondrae nallaram endrivar
Vaazhavum vida maattaar Pennai vaazhavum vida maattaar
Indha thollaiyillaamal maraivadhenraalum Saagavum vida maattaar
Avarae saagavum vida maattaar Indha thollaiyillaamal maraivadhenraalum
Saagavum vida maattaar Avarae saagavum vida maattaar
Ammaa ammaa ammaa
Kaadhal endrum paasam endrum Kadhaiyae kooruvaar
Nooru vagaiyae pesuvaar Kaadhal endrum paasam endrum
Kadhaiyae kooruvaar Nooru vagaiyae pesuvaar
Angae mangaiyar ulagam Bommaigal aagum
Maru naal maaruvaar Pennai vaazhavum vida maattaar
Avarae saagavum vida maattaar Ammaa ammaa ammaa
Illaram ondrae nallaram endrivar Vaazhavum vida maattaar
Pennai vaazhavum vida maattaar
Kangal moodi kidappadhanaalae Pengal deivamaa
Veettil kallai pola iruppadhinaalae Pengal deivamaa
Uyir jeevan illaamal vaazhvadhinaalae Deivam penn endraar
Indha selvam penn endraar Maanam enbadhu pengalukkendraal
Aangalukkaenillai Oru aasaiyinaalae kalangam pirappadhu
Maadhargal padum thollai Indha naattilum needhiyillai
Thamizh yettilum needhiyillai Aaaaaaaaaaaaa
Illaram ondrae nallaram endrivar Vaazhavum vida maattaar
Pennai vaazhavum vida maattaar Indha thollaiyillaamal maraivadhenraalum
Saagavum vida maattaar Avarae saagavum vida maattaar
Ammaa ammaa ammaa
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song from the 1958 film 'Maalaiyitta Mangai' is a poignant and powerful critique of societal hypocrisy and the subjugation of women. Sung from a woman's perspective, it laments the paradox where society extols domestic life as the ideal for women, yet simultaneously denies them the freedom and agency to truly live or even escape their suffering. The lyrics highlight the double standards faced by women, who are expected to embody virtues like love and affection, but are then treated as mere playthings whose worth can be discarded at will. It's a cry of despair from a woman trapped in a system that offers neither life nor release.
The song further questions the superficial veneration of women as 'goddesses' when their existence is devoid of spirit and autonomy, likening them to inanimate objects. It challenges the notion that honor is solely a woman's burden, asking why men are not held to the same standard. The lyrics powerfully articulate the injustice women face, where a single word can tarnish their reputation, and concludes that there is no true justice for them, neither in society nor in any written law. It's a timeless anthem of protest against gender inequality and a plea for genuine respect and freedom for women.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Illarum Ondre Nallaram?
Illarum Ondre Nallaram is sung by பி. சுசீலா.
Which movie is Illarum Ondre Nallaram from?
The song Illarum Ondre Nallaram is featured in the movie Maalaiyitta Mangai.
Who wrote the lyrics for Illarum Ondre Nallaram?
The lyrics for Illarum Ondre Nallaram were written by Kannadasan with music composed by Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy.
Is English translation available for Illarum Ondre Nallaram lyrics?
Yes! Illarum Ondre Nallaram lyrics from Maalaiyitta Mangai include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Illarum Ondre Nallaram lyrics?
This song from the 1958 film 'Maalaiyitta Mangai' is a poignant and powerful critique of societal hypocrisy and the subjugation of women. Sung from a woman's perspective, it laments the paradox where society extols domestic life as the ideal for women, yet simultaneously denies them the freedom and agency to truly live or even escape their suffering. The lyrics highlight the double standards faced by women, who are expected to embody virtues like love and affection, but are then treated as mere playthings whose worth can be discarded at will. It's a cry of despair from a woman trapped in a system that offers neither life nor release. The song further questions the superficial veneration of women as 'goddesses' when their existence is devoid of spirit and autonomy, likening them to inanimate objects. It challenges the notion that honor is solely a woman's burden, asking why men are not held to the same standard. The lyrics powerfully articulate the injustice women face, where a single word can tarnish their reputation, and concludes that there is no true justice for them, neither in society nor in any written law. It's a timeless anthem of protest against gender inequality and a plea for genuine respect and freedom for women.
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