Jaathi Illai Lyrics

From the movie Kadhal Parisu

Jaathi Illai Song Lyrics is the track from Kadhal Parisu Tamil Film – 1987. This song was sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Gangai Amaran.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Music DirectorIlayaraja

LyricistGangai Amaran

Singers

மவ

Singerமலேசியா வாசுதேவன்

Star Cast

Not Specified

Translation

Whistling :

Annaatha gammunu kada

Whistling :

Paathiyaa paathiyaa Gammunu kadannu sollinaekiren
Baejaaru panriyae nee

Jaadhi illae baedham illae Thanni pottuttaa
Ada melum illae keezhum illae Bodhai yerittaa
Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva
Ae salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva

Ae jaadhi illae baedham illae Thanni pottuttaa
Ada melum illae keezhum illae Bodhai yerittaa

{Ellaarum potta pola Naan poda maattaen daa
Pottaakkaa keezh iranga Maatten daa} (2)

Edukka poren paattu Romba irukkudhadaa pantu
Avuthu udu beltu Naan kudukka poren right

Naan sonnadhu sonnadhu thaan Indha sothunga unnadhu thaan
Nee thinnadhu thinnadhu thaan Indha bottle-u ennadhu thaan
Ada vandhanam vandhanam Poosanum sandhanam
Pathiya vaikkanum pinjadha thekkanum

Salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva
Ae salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva

Ae jaadhi illae baedham illae Thanni pottuttaa
Ada melum illae keezhum illae Bodhai yerittaa

Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva
Ae salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva…haei

{Paettaiyilae pisthavukku Pottu vitta buskottu
Pottiyida vandhadhellaam Bisukothu} (2)

Maela naattu sarakku Oru maadhiriyaa irukku
Vizhundhadhellaam porukku Ippo yerudhadaa kirukku

Naan uthama puthiran thaan Naan ulladhu sathiram thaan
Ada nithamum pathiyam thaan Naan sonnadhu sathiyam thaan

Ae jivvunu pathudhu Kattadam suthudhu
Vittudu vittudu vittudu vittudu Salaam podu guruvae
Naan salt kottaa siluva Haei salaam podu guruvae
Naan salt kottaa siluva

Ae jaadhi illae baedham illae Thanni pottuttaa
Ada melum illae keezhum illae Bodhai yerittaa

Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Yaarum onnu thaan Appuramaa rummum jinnum thaan
Salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva
Ae salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva…

Aiyoo salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva
Salaam podu guruvae Naan salt kottaa siluva

Song Meaning & Analysis

The lyrics are filled with playful bravado and self-deprecating humor, with lines like "I'm a cross made of salt" (implying insignificance yet a core element). The song also touches upon themes of generosity ("These assets are yours") and a carefree attitude, even as the speaker ironically claims to be a "virtuous son" and practices "abstinence" given the context. It's a celebration of camaraderie and a temporary escape from life's troubles, where the world spins, and inhibitions are shed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Jaathi Illai?

Jaathi Illai is sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன்.

Which movie is Jaathi Illai from?

The song Jaathi Illai is featured in the movie Kadhal Parisu.

Who wrote the lyrics for Jaathi Illai?

The lyrics for Jaathi Illai were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Jaathi Illai lyrics?

Yes! Jaathi Illai lyrics from Kadhal Parisu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Jaathi Illai lyrics?

The song "Jaathi Illai" from 'Kadhal Parisu' is a boisterous, philosophical take on social equality, delivered through the lens of intoxication. The protagonist, likely a common man, declares that under the influence of alcohol, all societal distinctions like caste, status (high or low), and wealth disappear. Everyone becomes equal, and the only companions are rum and gin. This reflects a cynical yet liberating perspective on how artificial social barriers are dissolved, even if temporarily, by a shared state of altered consciousness. The lyrics are filled with playful bravado and self-deprecating humor, with lines like "I'm a cross made of salt" (implying insignificance yet a core element). The song also touches upon themes of generosity ("These assets are yours") and a carefree attitude, even as the speaker ironically claims to be a "virtuous son" and practices "abstinence" given the context. It's a celebration of camaraderie and a temporary escape from life's troubles, where the world spins, and inhibitions are shed.