Kalamithu Kalamithu Lyrics
From the movie Chithi
Kalamithu Kalamithu Song Lyrics is the track from Chithi Tamil Film – 1966. This song was sung by பி. சுசீலா. The music was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Pennaaga pirandhavarkku Kannurakkam irandu murai
Pirappil oru thookkam Irappil maru thookkam
Ippodhu vittu vittaal Eppodhum thookkam illai
Ennariya kanmaniyae Kannurangu kannurangu
Aariraariri aarira raaro Aari raariraaro…
Aariraariri aariri aaro Aari raaririro…
Kaalamidhu kaalamidhu Kannurangu magalae
Kaalamidhai thavara vittaal Thookkamillai magalae
Thookkamillai magalae
Naalu vayadhaana pinnae Palli vilayaadal
Naalu vayadhaana pinnae palli vilayaadal Naal muzhudhum paada chollum
Thellu thamizh paadal Ennirandu vayadhu vandhaal
Kannurakkam illaiyadi Ennirandu vayadhu vandhaal
Kannurakkam illaiyadi Eeraezhu mozhigaludan
Poraada chollumadi theeraadha thollaiyadi
Kaalamidhu kaalamidhu Kannurangu magalae
Kaalamidhai thavara vittaal Thookkamillai magalae
Thookkamillai magalae
Maarum kanni manam maarum Kannan mugam thaedum
Yekkam varum podhu Thookkamenbadhaedhu
Thaan ninaitha kaadhalanai Sera varum podhu
Thaan ninaitha kaadhalanai Sera varum podhu
Thandhai adhai maruthu vittaal Kannurakkam yedhu kannurakkam yedhu
Maalaiyitta thalaivan vandhu Selai thodum podhu
Mangaiyarin thaen nilavil Kannurakkam yedhu kannurakkam yedhu
Kaalamidhu kaalamidhu Kannurangu magalae
Kaalamidhai thavara vittaal Thookkamillai magalae
Thookkamillai magalae
Aiirandu thingalilum Pillai perum podhum
Annai endru vandha pinnum Kannurakkam pogum kannurakkam pogum
Kai nadungi kan maraindhu Kaalam vandhu thaedum
Kai nadungi kan maraindhu Kaalam vandhu thaedum
Kaanaadha thookkam ellaam Thaanaaga serum thaanaaga serum
Kaalamidhu kaalamidhu Kannurangu magalae
Kaalamidhai thavara vittaal Thookkamillai magalae
Thookkamillai magalae
Aariraariri aarira raaro Aari raariraaro…
Aariraariri aarira raaro Aari raariraaro aari raariraaro…
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song 'Kalamithu Kalamithu' is a poignant lullaby sung by a mother to her young daughter, reflecting on the various stages of a woman's life and the diminishing opportunities for peaceful sleep. It begins with the profound observation that women truly experience deep sleep only twice in their lives – at birth and at death – making the present moment of childhood rest incredibly precious. The mother urges her daughter to cherish this time, as the future holds many responsibilities and challenges that will steal her sleep.
As the song progresses, it paints a vivid picture of a woman's journey: from the academic demands of schooling at four, the emotional turmoil and longing for a lover at sixteen, the complexities of marriage and intimacy, to the sleepless nights of motherhood. Finally, it touches upon old age, where, with trembling hands and fading sight, all the lost sleep is said to return. The song is a bittersweet narrative, highlighting the sacrifices, emotional depth, and unwavering dedication that define a woman's life, making the simple act of sleeping a luxury that fades with each passing stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Kalamithu Kalamithu?
Kalamithu Kalamithu is sung by பி. சுசீலா.
Which movie is Kalamithu Kalamithu from?
The song Kalamithu Kalamithu is featured in the movie Chithi.
Who wrote the lyrics for Kalamithu Kalamithu?
The lyrics for Kalamithu Kalamithu were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Vishwanathan.
Is English translation available for Kalamithu Kalamithu lyrics?
Yes! Kalamithu Kalamithu lyrics from Chithi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Kalamithu Kalamithu lyrics?
The song 'Kalamithu Kalamithu' is a poignant lullaby sung by a mother to her young daughter, reflecting on the various stages of a woman's life and the diminishing opportunities for peaceful sleep. It begins with the profound observation that women truly experience deep sleep only twice in their lives – at birth and at death – making the present moment of childhood rest incredibly precious. The mother urges her daughter to cherish this time, as the future holds many responsibilities and challenges that will steal her sleep. As the song progresses, it paints a vivid picture of a woman's journey: from the academic demands of schooling at four, the emotional turmoil and longing for a lover at sixteen, the complexities of marriage and intimacy, to the sleepless nights of motherhood. Finally, it touches upon old age, where, with trembling hands and fading sight, all the lost sleep is said to return. The song is a bittersweet narrative, highlighting the sacrifices, emotional depth, and unwavering dedication that define a woman's life, making the simple act of sleeping a luxury that fades with each passing stage.
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