Kadavul Paadhi Cover Art

Kadavul Paadhi Lyrics

From the movie Aalavandhan

Kadavul Paadhi Song Lyrics is the track from Aalavandhan Tamil Film – 2001, Starring Kamal Haasan, Raveena Tandon, Anu Hasan, Milind Gunaji, Kitu Gidwani, Manisha Koirala, Gollapudi Maruti Rao, Shri Vallabh Vyas, Sarath Babu, Navin Nischol. This song was sung by கமல் ஹாசன். The music was composed by Shankar-Eshaan-Loy. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorShankar-Eshaan-Loy
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LyricistVairamuthu

Singers

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Singerகமல் ஹாசன்

Star Cast

Hoo…haa…huuu huuu Haha hahahaha

Kadavul paadhi mirugam paadhi Kalanthu seidha kalavai naan
Velliyae mirugam ullae kadavul Vilanga mudiyaa kavithai naan

Mirugam kondru mirugam kondru Kadavul valarkka paarkkindren
Aanaal… Kadavul kondru unavaai thindru
Mirugam mattum valargirathae

Nandhakumaraa nandhakumaraa, Naalai mirugam kolvaaiyaa
Mirugam kondra echam kondu Meendum kadavul seivaayaa

Koorangil irunthu manithan endraal Manidhan niraiyaa ganippaanaa
Miruga jaathiyil pirantha manithaa Deiva jothaiyil kalappaayaa
Haa

Ha hahahuhahaahah

Nandhakumaraa… Kadavul paadhi mirugam paadhi
Kalanthu seidha kalavai naan Velliyae mirugam ullae kadavul
Vilanga mudiyaa kavithai naan

Mirugam kondru mirugam kondru Kadavul valarkka paarkkindren
Kadavul kondru unavaai thindru Mirugam mattum valargirathae

Heyyyhey hey heyeyyyyyyyyy Nandhaa
Heyyyhey hey heyeyyyyyyyyy

Kadavul paadhi mirugam paadhi Kalanthu seidha kalavai naan
Kaattril yeri malaiyil aadi Kavithai paadum paravai naan

Kadavul paadhi mirugam paadhi Kalanthu seidha kalavai naan
Kaattril yeri malaiyil aadi Kavithai paadum paravai naan

Ovvoru thuliyum ovvoru thuliyum Uyiril vergal kulirgirathae
Ellaam thuliyil kulirumbodhum Iru thuli mattum sudugirathae

Nandhakumaaraa nandhakumaaraa Malai neer sudaathu theriyaathaa?
Kannam valigira kanneer thulithaan Venneer thuli yena arivaayaa

Sutta malaiyum sudatha malaiyum Ondraai kandavan neethaanae
Kanneer malaiyil thaneer malaiyil Kulikka vaithavan neethaanae…
Yeah…

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song delves deep into the protagonist's fractured psyche, exploring the eternal conflict between his divine and beastly natures. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, brilliantly capture the internal struggle of a man who perceives himself as a complex mixture of God and animal. He yearns to suppress his brutal instincts and nurture his inner divinity, yet tragically finds his beastly side consuming his divine essence. The repeated plea to "Nandhakumara" (a name often associated with Krishna, symbolizing purity or a higher self) reflects a desperate call for self-redemption and a hope that he might one day overcome his destructive tendencies.

The song further explores themes of duality and perception, questioning the very nature of humanity and its potential for both good and evil. The imagery of "burning rain" and "cool rain" juxtaposed with tears highlights the protagonist's unique and often painful understanding of the world, where emotional pain can feel more searing than physical elements. He acknowledges his role in experiencing both joy and sorrow, suggesting a profound self-awareness of his own actions and their consequences, even as he struggles to reconcile the warring factions within his soul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kadavul Paadhi?

Kadavul Paadhi is sung by கமல் ஹாசன்.

Which movie is Kadavul Paadhi from?

The song Kadavul Paadhi is featured in the movie Aalavandhan.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kadavul Paadhi?

The lyrics for Kadavul Paadhi were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by Shankar-Eshaan-Loy.

Is English translation available for Kadavul Paadhi lyrics?

Yes! Kadavul Paadhi lyrics from Aalavandhan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kadavul Paadhi lyrics?

This song delves deep into the protagonist's fractured psyche, exploring the eternal conflict between his divine and beastly natures. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, brilliantly capture the internal struggle of a man who perceives himself as a complex mixture of God and animal. He yearns to suppress his brutal instincts and nurture his inner divinity, yet tragically finds his beastly side consuming his divine essence. The repeated plea to "Nandhakumara" (a name often associated with Krishna, symbolizing purity or a higher self) reflects a desperate call for self-redemption and a hope that he might one day overcome his destructive tendencies. The song further explores themes of duality and perception, questioning the very nature of humanity and its potential for both good and evil. The imagery of "burning rain" and "cool rain" juxtaposed with tears highlights the protagonist's unique and often painful understanding of the world, where emotional pain can feel more searing than physical elements. He acknowledges his role in experiencing both joy and sorrow, suggesting a profound self-awareness of his own actions and their consequences, even as he struggles to reconcile the warring factions within his soul.

Song Details

Song NameKadavul Paadhi
Singersகமல் ஹாசன்
LyricistVairamuthu
LanguageTamil

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