Karpa Maanama Lyrics
From the movie Engal Thanga Raja
Karpa Maanama Song Lyrics is the track from Engal Thanga Raja Tamil Film – 1973, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Manjula Vijayakumar, Nagesh, Sowcar Janaki, Major Sundarrajan, R. S. Manohar, Gandhimathi. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Karppaam maanamaam… ha Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam…
Karppaam maanamaam Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam
Kadai theruvil virkkudhadaa Aiyo paavam
Kaasirundhaal vaangalaam aiyo paavam
Karppaam maanamaam Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam
Kadai theruvil virkkudhadaa Aiyo paavam
Kaasirundhaal vaangalaam aiyo paavam
Kambanukku sollungal Idhai kavidhai ezhudhuvaan
Andha valluvanai kooppidungal Vaazhthu paaduvaan
Kambanukku sollungal Idhai kavidhai ezhudhuvaan
Andha valluvanai kooppidungal Vaazhthu paaduvaan
Aval peyaro arundhadhi Aimbadhu roobaai
Ival peyaro agaligai irubadhu roobaai Pathinigal perai vaithu
Parathaiyarai valarthuvidum Paavigal boomi
Karppai paarungal saami
Karppaam maanamaam Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam
Kadai theruvil virkkudhadaa Aiyo paavam
Kaasirundhaal vaangalaam aiyo paavam
Manamarindhu thavaru seivor Maaligaiyil illaiyo…
Pudhu malargalukku aal anuppum Mannavargal illaiyo…
Vandu vandhu thaen kudithaal Malarukku thaan thandanai
Vazhukki vizhum pengalukku Sattathilum vanjanai
Karppaam maanamaam Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam
Kadai theruvil virkkudhadaa Aiyo paavam
Kaasirundhaal vaangalaam aiyo paavam
Gunamirundhum thavaru seivaal Kuzhandhaikkaaga oruthi
Indha kodumai seiya udanpaduvaal Kudmbam kaakka oruthi
Padithirundhum velaiyindri Palli kondaal oruthi
Thirai pada thozhilil aasai vaithu Bali aanaal oruthi
Thaai mozhiyaam thaai naadaam Thaaimai enum panbaam…
Ingu sathiyamaam thathuvamaam Dharmam enum ondraam…
Kanneeril midhakkudhadaa Karppu enum odam
Kanneeril midhakkudhadaa Karppu enum odam
Idhu kambanukkum valluvanukkum Yen kadavulukkum paadam
Karppaam maanamaam Kannagiyaam seethaiyaam
Kadai theruvil virkkudhadaa Aiyo paavam
Kaasirundhaal vaangalaam aiyo paavam Aiyo paavam aiyo paavam…
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a powerful and poignant social commentary on the hypocrisy and moral decay perceived in society, particularly concerning the concept of female chastity and honor. The lyrics lament that virtues once embodied by legendary figures like Kannagi and Sita are now commodified and sold in the marketplace, highlighting a stark contrast between societal ideals and harsh realities. It criticizes the double standards where powerful men exploit women, yet the women are blamed and punished, even by the law.
The song delves into the various circumstances that force women into prostitution or morally compromising situations, such as poverty, family obligations, lack of opportunities despite education, or exploitation in industries like cinema. It questions the very foundations of 'truth,' 'philosophy,' and 'dharma' in a society where 'chastity' is depicted as a boat floating in tears, suggesting that these ideals have become meaningless. The lyricist concludes by stating that this grim reality serves as a harsh lesson not just for poets and philosophers like Kamban and Valluvan, but even for God himself, underscoring the depth of societal failure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Karpa Maanama?
Karpa Maanama is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Karpa Maanama from?
The song Karpa Maanama is featured in the movie Engal Thanga Raja.
Who wrote the lyrics for Karpa Maanama?
The lyrics for Karpa Maanama were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Karpa Maanama lyrics?
Yes! Karpa Maanama lyrics from Engal Thanga Raja include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Karpa Maanama lyrics?
This song is a powerful and poignant social commentary on the hypocrisy and moral decay perceived in society, particularly concerning the concept of female chastity and honor. The lyrics lament that virtues once embodied by legendary figures like Kannagi and Sita are now commodified and sold in the marketplace, highlighting a stark contrast between societal ideals and harsh realities. It criticizes the double standards where powerful men exploit women, yet the women are blamed and punished, even by the law. The song delves into the various circumstances that force women into prostitution or morally compromising situations, such as poverty, family obligations, lack of opportunities despite education, or exploitation in industries like cinema. It questions the very foundations of 'truth,' 'philosophy,' and 'dharma' in a society where 'chastity' is depicted as a boat floating in tears, suggesting that these ideals have become meaningless. The lyricist concludes by stating that this grim reality serves as a harsh lesson not just for poets and philosophers like Kamban and Valluvan, but even for God himself, underscoring the depth of societal failure.
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