Kaattuppalli Cover Art

Kaattuppalli Lyrics

From the movie Writer

Kaattuppalli Song Lyrics is the track from Writer Tamil Film – 2021, Starring Samuthirakani, Hari Krishnan, Kavin Jay Babu, Subramaniam Siva, Iniya, Dhileban, G. M. Sundar, Maheswari Chanakyan, Lizzie Antony, Bose Venkat. This song was sung by கோவிந்த் வசந்தா. The music was composed by Govind Vasantha.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

GV
Music DirectorGovind Vasantha

Singers

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Singerகோவிந்த் வசந்தா

Kutta kutta puliyamaram Kuyiladaiyum nandhavanam

Kutta maram pattu pona Kuyil irandum enga odum
Kutta maram pattu pona Kuyil irandum enga odum

Vaikkapporu mathiyilae Ponthu vacha eli irandu…
Vaika pooru pathikita Eli irandum enga pogum
Vaika pooru pathikita Eli irandum enga pogum
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Kaakkarattan chedi aruga Kannasarum kaaka onnu

Kaakkarattan kavunthuchina Kaakka kanna enga moodum
Kaakkarattan kavunthuchina Kaakka kanna enga moodum…
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Thombaiyathu uchiyila Thulli yaadum poonakutty

Thombaiyathu urunduchina Poonakutty enga thavum
Thombaiyathu urunduchina Poonakutty enga thavum
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Venaathu koovalilae Vilaiyaadum meenukunju

Male and Chorus : Vennaaru vathuchinna Meenukunju enga thaavum
Vennaaru vathuchinna Meenukunju enga thaavum…
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Koki nikira kelviyoda Sananga kedakku keezha
Mukki ezhundhu ninna kooda Mudiayalaiyae vaazha

Koora veetu muthathilae Koora veetu muthathilaeae…ae…
Koora veetu muthathilaeae…ae…

Male and Chorus : Koora veetu muthathilae Suthi varum naayi rendu
Soruvachi kaakalana Naayi rendum enga meyum
Soruvachi kaakalana Naayi rendum enga meyum
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Male and Chorus : Pancharam kudakitta Panthungi nikkum pooran rendu…
Pancharam kudakitta Panthungi nikkum pooran rendu

Male and Chorus : Pancharam posunkuchina Pooran rendum enga paayum
Pancharam posunkuchina Pooran rendum enga paayum
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom

Male and Chorus : Sembaruthi thottathilae Seemakkaru velamaram
Velamaram kutthaiyilae Sembaruthi enga saayum
Velamaram kutthaiyilae Sembaruthi enga saayum
Dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom
{Dhana dhum than thana dhum than thana Dhum thana thanathom} (4)

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Kaattuppalli" from the movie 'Writer' is a poignant folk-style ballad that uses simple, evocative imagery of nature and animals to convey a deeper message about vulnerability, displacement, and the struggle for survival. Each verse presents a scenario where a creature's home or support system is threatened – cuckoos losing their tree, rats losing their haystack, a crow losing its bush, a kitten losing its perch, fish losing their river, dogs losing their food, centipedes losing their shelter, and a hibiscus losing its support. These metaphors collectively highlight the precariousness of existence for the marginalized and the dependent, questioning where they will go when their foundations are destroyed.

The lyrics subtly shift from natural imagery to a more direct commentary on human suffering with lines like "With questions hanging like hooks, people lie low; even if they struggle to stand up, they can't manage to live." This transition underscores the song's core theme: the systemic challenges faced by ordinary people who are constantly on the brink, struggling to find stability and dignity in a world that often pulls the rug from under them. The repetitive questioning ("Where will they go?") amplifies the sense of helplessness and the urgent need for a secure environment, resonating with the film's narrative about the struggles of a common man.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kaattuppalli?

Kaattuppalli is sung by கோவிந்த் வசந்தா.

Which movie is Kaattuppalli from?

The song Kaattuppalli is featured in the movie Writer.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kaattuppalli?

The lyrics for Kaattuppalli were written by Unknown with music composed by Govind Vasantha.

Is English translation available for Kaattuppalli lyrics?

Yes! Kaattuppalli lyrics from Writer include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kaattuppalli lyrics?

The song "Kaattuppalli" from the movie 'Writer' is a poignant folk-style ballad that uses simple, evocative imagery of nature and animals to convey a deeper message about vulnerability, displacement, and the struggle for survival. Each verse presents a scenario where a creature's home or support system is threatened – cuckoos losing their tree, rats losing their haystack, a crow losing its bush, a kitten losing its perch, fish losing their river, dogs losing their food, centipedes losing their shelter, and a hibiscus losing its support. These metaphors collectively highlight the precariousness of existence for the marginalized and the dependent, questioning where they will go when their foundations are destroyed. The lyrics subtly shift from natural imagery to a more direct commentary on human suffering with lines like "With questions hanging like hooks, people lie low; even if they struggle to stand up, they can't manage to live." This transition underscores the song's core theme: the systemic challenges faced by ordinary people who are constantly on the brink, struggling to find stability and dignity in a world that often pulls the rug from under them. The repetitive questioning ("Where will they go?") amplifies the sense of helplessness and the urgent need for a secure environment, resonating with the film's narrative about the struggles of a common man.

Music Video

Kaattuppalli official music video

Song Details

Song NameKaattuppalli
MovieWriter
Singersகோவிந்த் வசந்தா
LyricistUnknown
LanguageTamil

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