Kumbakonam Vethala Cover Art

Kumbakonam Vethala Lyrics

From the movie Purusha Lakshanam

Kumbakonam Vethala Song Lyrics is the track from Purusha Lakshanam Tamil Film – 1993, Starring Jayaram, Khusbhu Sundar, Sundarrajan, Srividya, Raja Ravindra, K. S. Ravikumar, Idichapuli Selvaraj, Loose Mohan, Major Sundarrajan, Charle. This song was sung by எஸ். ஜானகி. The music was composed by Deva. Lyrics works penned by Kalidasan.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

D
Music DirectorDeva
K
LyricistKalidasan

Singers

எஜ
Singerஎஸ். ஜானகி

Star Cast

Kumkum kumkum kumkum Kumbakonam veththala
Kamkam kamkam kamkam Kaambu innum muththala

Kumbakonam veththala Kaambu innum muththala
Kondaangadaa kottaa paakku Madichchu vechchu pottaa sevakkum naakku

Anthiraththila panthal podalaam vaa mama Anga naam panthu aadalaam
Hoi palpalaangu palpalaangu doi En mama pallaavaram salpalaangudaa

Kumbakonam veththala Kumkum kumkum kumkum
Kaambu innum muththala Kamkam kamkam

Annaadam paththu perudaa en mama Pinnaala suththum paaradaa
Kattaana mottu naanadaa needhaanae Thottaalae kottum theanudaa

Kutti madhura pakkam aalu Kai pattaa kodukkanum nee maalu
Ada kitta nerungi vanthu kaelu Naan ettu padi karakkum balu

Ponnu ooru periyamaedudaa En mama porantha edam chinna oorudaa
Ponnu ooru periyamaedudaa En mama porantha edam chinna oorudaa

Kumbakonam veththala haei Kaambu innum muththala

Haei kattaana muththam thenudaa Naanthaan kattaatha pisthaa yaarudaa
Singaara thanga thaerudaa ennai Seendaathaa komban yaarudaa

Wiskey odachchu konjam podu Naan baski edukka ippa moodu
Huskey koralil konjam paadu Haei appo porakkum oru soodu

Tap-pu malae oosi podudaa Nee pottaa paattu varum kettu paarudaa
Haei tap-pu malae oosi podudaa Nee pottaa paattu varum kettu paarudaa

Kumkum kumkum kumkum Kumbakonam veththala
Kamkam kamkam kamkam Kaambu innum muththala

Kumbakonam veththala Kaambu innum muththala
Kondaangadaa kottaa paakku Madichchu vechchu pottaa sevakkum naakku

Anthiraththila panthal podalaam vaa mama Anga naam panthu aadalaam
Hoi palpalaangu palpalaangu doi En mama pallaavaram salpalaangudaa

Kumbakonam veththala Haehaehae haei
Kaambu innum muththala Haehae haei haei…

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a vibrant and playful folk number, characteristic of Tamil cinema from the 90s. The lyrics, delivered by a female voice, exude confidence, flirtation, and a zest for life. The central metaphor of the 'Kumbakonam betel leaf' whose 'stem is not yet ripe' suggests a woman who is alluring and ready for love, promising a delightful experience if one dares to approach. She boasts about her popularity and charm, inviting a potential suitor with bold and suggestive imagery.

The song continues with playful challenges and invitations, using rustic yet evocative language. References to 'honey flowing if touched,' 'milk that flows eight measures,' and 'breaking whiskey' all contribute to a mood of uninhibited fun and desire. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who is self-assured, knows her worth, and is eager to engage in a lively, passionate interaction, making the song an energetic and memorable expression of playful romance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kumbakonam Vethala?

Kumbakonam Vethala is sung by எஸ். ஜானகி.

Which movie is Kumbakonam Vethala from?

The song Kumbakonam Vethala is featured in the movie Purusha Lakshanam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kumbakonam Vethala?

The lyrics for Kumbakonam Vethala were written by Kalidasan with music composed by Deva.

Is English translation available for Kumbakonam Vethala lyrics?

Yes! Kumbakonam Vethala lyrics from Purusha Lakshanam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kumbakonam Vethala lyrics?

This song is a vibrant and playful folk number, characteristic of Tamil cinema from the 90s. The lyrics, delivered by a female voice, exude confidence, flirtation, and a zest for life. The central metaphor of the 'Kumbakonam betel leaf' whose 'stem is not yet ripe' suggests a woman who is alluring and ready for love, promising a delightful experience if one dares to approach. She boasts about her popularity and charm, inviting a potential suitor with bold and suggestive imagery. The song continues with playful challenges and invitations, using rustic yet evocative language. References to 'honey flowing if touched,' 'milk that flows eight measures,' and 'breaking whiskey' all contribute to a mood of uninhibited fun and desire. The lyrics paint a picture of a woman who is self-assured, knows her worth, and is eager to engage in a lively, passionate interaction, making the song an energetic and memorable expression of playful romance.

Song Details

Song NameKumbakonam Vethala
Singersஎஸ். ஜானகி
LyricistKalidasan
LanguageTamil

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