Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku Cover Art

Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku Lyrics

From the movie Kalyaniyin Kanavan

Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku Song Lyrics is the track from Kalyaniyin Kanavan Tamil Film – 1963. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by S. M. Subbaih Naidu. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

SM
Music DirectorS. M. Subbaih Naidu
K
LyricistKannadasan

Singers

டஎ
Singerடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்

Star Cast

Not Specified

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Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa
Poyillaatha naakku irukkuthu muththaiyaa
Poyillaatha naakku irukkuthu muththaiyaa
Namma punnagaikku porulirukkuth muththaiyaa

Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa

Yaerai pudichchu uzhuthu vachchom muththaiyaa
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Naama yaeththam pottu eraichchu vachchom muththaiyaa
Vaerai kaaththu velaiya vachchom muththaiyaa
Vaerai kaaththu velaiya vachchom muththaiyaa
Naama yaarai paarththu vaazha vendum sollaiyaa

Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa

Oodiyaadi sambathichchu Usurai vittu kanakku vachchu
Oodiyaadi sambathichchu Usurai vittu kanakku vachchu
Kodi kodi seththu vachchu muththaiyaa Kodi kodi seththu vachchu muththaiyaa
Endha gopuraththai Kattaporom sollaiyaa

Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa

Yaezhu maadi veettukullae Aalu maelae aalai vachchu
Yaezhu maadi veettukullae Aalu maelae aalai vachchu
Kaalamukki paduththiruppaan muththaiyaa Aaaaaaaaaa…aaaaa

Yaezhu maadi veettukullae Aalu maelae aalai vachchu
Kaalamukki paduththiruppaan muththaiyaa Avan kannukullae
Thookkamillae muththaiyaa Avan kannukullae
Thookkamillae muththaiyaa

Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa
Poyillaatha naakku irukkuthu muththaiyaa
Namma punnagaikku porulirukkuth muththaiyaa

Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Ingae kadavul thantha nilamirukku muththaiyaa
Kaiyirukkuthu kaalirukkuthu muththaiyaa
Muththaiyaamuththaiyaa

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song, addressed to a character named Muthaiah, celebrates the dignity of labor and the virtues of a simple, honest life. It emphasizes that with hands, feet, God-given land, and an honest tongue, one possesses all that is truly needed. The lyrics highlight the self-sufficiency and pride of those who work the land, questioning why they should depend on anyone else when they can toil and make the earth yield.

It then contrasts this with the pursuit of immense wealth, questioning the ultimate purpose of accumulating "crores and crores" by risking one's life. The song poignantly observes that even those living in luxurious seven-story houses, surrounded by comfort and staff, often lack true peace and sleep in their eyes, unlike the contented laborer. This serves as a powerful message about finding meaning and happiness not in material possessions, but in honest effort and inner peace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku?

Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.

Which movie is Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku from?

The song Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku is featured in the movie Kalyaniyin Kanavan.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku?

The lyrics for Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku were written by Kannadasan with music composed by S. M. Subbaih Naidu.

Is English translation available for Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku lyrics?

Yes! Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku lyrics from Kalyaniyin Kanavan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kai Irukku Kaal Irukku lyrics?

The song, addressed to a character named Muthaiah, celebrates the dignity of labor and the virtues of a simple, honest life. It emphasizes that with hands, feet, God-given land, and an honest tongue, one possesses all that is truly needed. The lyrics highlight the self-sufficiency and pride of those who work the land, questioning why they should depend on anyone else when they can toil and make the earth yield. It then contrasts this with the pursuit of immense wealth, questioning the ultimate purpose of accumulating "crores and crores" by risking one's life. The song poignantly observes that even those living in luxurious seven-story houses, surrounded by comfort and staff, often lack true peace and sleep in their eyes, unlike the contented laborer. This serves as a powerful message about finding meaning and happiness not in material possessions, but in honest effort and inner peace.

Song Details

Song NameKai Irukku Kaal Irukku
Singersடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்
LyricistKannadasan
LanguageTamil

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