Kanavanukkaaga Cover Art

Kanavanukkaaga Lyrics

From the movie Thodarum

Kanavanukkaaga Song Lyrics is the track from Thodarum Tamil Film – 1999, Starring Ajith Kumar, Devayani, Heera Rajgopal, Gemini Ganesan, Sowcar Janaki, Manivannan, Vadivelu, Delhi Ganesh, Senthil. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Pulamaipithan.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistPulamaipithan

Singers

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Singerஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்

Star Cast

Kanavanukkaaga Edhaiyum seivaal pathini
Uyiraiyum kooda tharuvaal Andha uththami
Boomi idhai penn endru Pottrum ulagam ho
Boomiyinum melammaa Pennin idhayam
Anbai valarppaal thyaaga neruppil Thannai erippaal

Kanavanukkaaga Edhaiyum seivaal pathini
Uyiraiyum kooda tharuvaal Andha uththami

Dheiva veenai idhai ingu veedhiyinil Pottadhu vidhi thaanaa
Thaedi vandha thunai veru maalai ida Seidhadhu vidhi thaanaa

Enna jenmamadi Pennin jenmam idhu
Solladi sivasakthi Endha naaliladi
Indha vedhanaigal Theervadhu sivasakthi

Thodakkam edhu mudivum edhuvo Edhuvum ingu theriyaadhu
Nadappadhenna kadhaiyaa kanavaa Adhuvum ingu puriyaadhu
Maavilai thoranam aadudhu Angoru vaasalilae
Mangaiyin aaruyir aadudhu Ingoru oosalilae…ae

Kanavanukkaaga Edhaiyum seivaal pathini
Uyiraiyum kooda tharuvaal Andha uththami

Naayana osaiyil angae or Vaazhtholi kekkudhammaa
Paedhaiyin paadhaiyil ingae or Gaanam nerungudhammaa

Agini saatchiyil or vaazhkkai Aarambam aagudhammaa
Andhima theeyinil or vaazhkkai Payanam oindhidumaa

Kanavanadhu vaazhvukkaaga Nondhu nondhu noolaanaal
Than thalaiyil theeyai thaangum Mezhuguvarthi pol aanaal
Vaazhkkaiyin kanakkinil Aandugal maadhangal aagudhammaa

Maadhamum thaeindhoru Naal ena nodi ena pogudhammaa
Vidhi idhuvaa avan ezhudhum Kanakkidhuvaa…

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Kanavanukkaaga" from the movie 'Thodarum' is a poignant ode to the unwavering devotion and immense sacrifice of a wife. It portrays the ideal 'pathini' (chaste wife) who would go to any lengths, even offering her life, for her husband. The lyrics elevate a woman's heart above the earth itself, highlighting her capacity to nurture love and endure self-immolation in the fire of sacrifice. It sets a melancholic tone, questioning the cruel hand of fate that seemingly orchestrates a woman's suffering, contrasting her profound loyalty with the harsh realities she faces.

The narrative delves into the profound sorrow and existential questions faced by the protagonist. It juxtaposes scenes of celebration, like wedding garlands swaying, with her personal anguish, her life metaphorically swinging precariously. The song laments the mystery of life's beginnings and endings, and the blurred lines between reality and dreams. It culminates in a powerful image of the wife as a candle, burning herself out to illuminate her husband's life, questioning whether her relentless suffering is predestined fate or a cruel calculation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kanavanukkaaga?

Kanavanukkaaga is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்.

Which movie is Kanavanukkaaga from?

The song Kanavanukkaaga is featured in the movie Thodarum.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kanavanukkaaga?

The lyrics for Kanavanukkaaga were written by Pulamaipithan with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Kanavanukkaaga lyrics?

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

What is the meaning of Kanavanukkaaga lyrics?

The song "Kanavanukkaaga" from the movie 'Thodarum' is a poignant ode to the unwavering devotion and immense sacrifice of a wife. It portrays the ideal 'pathini' (chaste wife) who would go to any lengths, even offering her life, for her husband. The lyrics elevate a woman's heart above the earth itself, highlighting her capacity to nurture love and endure self-immolation in the fire of sacrifice. It sets a melancholic tone, questioning the cruel hand of fate that seemingly orchestrates a woman's suffering, contrasting her profound loyalty with the harsh realities she faces. The narrative delves into the profound sorrow and existential questions faced by the protagonist. It juxtaposes scenes of celebration, like wedding garlands swaying, with her personal anguish, her life metaphorically swinging precariously. The song laments the mystery of life's beginnings and endings, and the blurred lines between reality and dreams. It culminates in a powerful image of the wife as a candle, burning herself out to illuminate her husband's life, questioning whether her relentless suffering is predestined fate or a cruel calculation.

Song Details

Song NameKanavanukkaaga
Singersஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்
LyricistPulamaipithan
LanguageTamil

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