Kettu Pattanam Cover Art

Kettu Pattanam Lyrics

From the movie Unnai Solli Kutramillai

Kettu Pattanam Song Lyrics is the track from Unnai Solli Kutramillai Tamil Film – 1990, Starring Karthik, Sithara, Kuyili, Charle, Radha Ravi, Nassar, Vadivukarasi, Shihan Hussaini. This song was sung by இளையராஜா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVaali

Singers

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Singerஇளையராஜா

Star Cast

Karthik
ActorKarthik
Sithara
ActorSithara
Kuyili
ActorKuyili

Kettum pattanam poi ser endru Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen
Kettum pattanam poi ser endru Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen

Kaaveri vaasam vittu Koovathin vaasam kanden
Kaaveri vaasam vittu Koovathin vaasam kanden
En kadhai ammammammaa Un kitta chollattumaa

Kettum pattanam poi… Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen

Thavaru nerungaamal Thadamum puralaamal
Neruppaai naan irundhen Dharuma neri kaakkum
Manidhar pala perkku Seruppaai naan irundhen

Kadamai nadai podum Kaaval thuraiyodu
Thuruppaai naan irundhen Kalavu purivorai ulavu paarkkindra
Poruppaai naan irundhen

Nalladhu nadakkalae podhuvaaga Nimmadhi kalaindhadhu medhuvaaga
Ingoru kudumbamae baliyaaga En manam enakku thaan pagaiyaaga

Poyaachu en thookkangal Veraachu en nokkangal
En kadhai ammammammaa Un kitta chollattumaa

Kettum pattanam poi… Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen

Niyaayam azhindhaalum Needhi irandhaalum
Namakken endrirundhen Naattai evanaalum
Thirutha mudiyaadhu Yena naan therindhu konden

Vizhigal imai moodi Vilaindha pala kodi
Kanavil vaazhndhirundhen Netru nilai veru indru nilai veru
Adi naan kandu konden

Enniya vazhi ellaam kaal pochu Ippadi thaanammaa naal pochu
Appadi soozh nilai uruvaachu Naan adhan kaigalil vizhundhaachu

Vaazhkkai thaan mun pol illai Kutram thaan en mel illai
En kadhai ammammammaa Innumum chollanuma

Kettum pattanam poi… Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen Kettum pattanam poi ser endru
Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen

Kaaveri vaasam vittu Koovathin vaasam kanden
Kaaveri vaasam vittu Koovathin vaasam kanden
En kadhai ammammammaa Innumum chollanuma

Kettum pattanam poi ser endru Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen
Kettum pattanam poi ser endru Sonnavan nallavanaa naan ariyen

Song Meaning & Analysis

This poignant song is a lament from a man who has left his pure, peaceful past, symbolized by the Kaveri river, for a corrupt and disillusioning urban life, represented by the Cooum river. He questions the wisdom of the proverb "Go to the city, even if it means ruin," as his own experience has been one of profound loss and moral compromise. He recounts his earlier life as a righteous individual, a protector of dharma, a loyal servant of the law, and an honest spy against wrongdoers, describing himself as being "like fire" against injustice and a "trump card" for the police.

However, his ideals have been shattered by the harsh realities he encountered. He witnessed the absence of good, the slow erosion of peace, and families becoming victims, leading to his own mind turning against him. He lost his sleep and his original goals, becoming deeply disillusioned with the concept of justice and the possibility of reforming society. He admits to living in a dream, oblivious to the growing problems, but has now awakened to a stark reality where he has fallen prey to circumstances. He asserts that his life is irrevocably changed and that he is not to blame for his current predicament, asking if he needs to elaborate further on his tragic tale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kettu Pattanam?

Kettu Pattanam is sung by இளையராஜா.

Which movie is Kettu Pattanam from?

The song Kettu Pattanam is featured in the movie Unnai Solli Kutramillai.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kettu Pattanam?

The lyrics for Kettu Pattanam were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Kettu Pattanam lyrics?

Yes! Kettu Pattanam lyrics from Unnai Solli Kutramillai include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kettu Pattanam lyrics?

This poignant song is a lament from a man who has left his pure, peaceful past, symbolized by the Kaveri river, for a corrupt and disillusioning urban life, represented by the Cooum river. He questions the wisdom of the proverb "Go to the city, even if it means ruin," as his own experience has been one of profound loss and moral compromise. He recounts his earlier life as a righteous individual, a protector of dharma, a loyal servant of the law, and an honest spy against wrongdoers, describing himself as being "like fire" against injustice and a "trump card" for the police. However, his ideals have been shattered by the harsh realities he encountered. He witnessed the absence of good, the slow erosion of peace, and families becoming victims, leading to his own mind turning against him. He lost his sleep and his original goals, becoming deeply disillusioned with the concept of justice and the possibility of reforming society. He admits to living in a dream, oblivious to the growing problems, but has now awakened to a stark reality where he has fallen prey to circumstances. He asserts that his life is irrevocably changed and that he is not to blame for his current predicament, asking if he needs to elaborate further on his tragic tale.

Song Details

Song NameKettu Pattanam
Singersஇளையராஜா
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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