Maalai Nera Kaatre Lyrics
From the movie Agal Vilakku
Maalai Nera Kaatre Song Lyrics is the track from Agal Vilakku Tamil Film – 1979, Starring Shoba, Vijayakanth, Kullamani, Ceylon Chinnaiah, Madurai Durairaj, Solai Iyannar. This song was sung by எஸ். ஜானகி. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Muthulingam.
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Maalai nerakkaattrae Mounam raagam yeno
Un kaadhal tholvi dhaano Un aasai yaagam veeno
Maalai nerakkaattrae Mounam raagam yeno
Isai paadum neram Thaalam maarum kaalam
Isai paadum neram Thaalam maarum kaalam
Thuyar enum kadalinil Idhayam neendhum neram
Manam enum malarilae Mullum kaayum kaalam
Maalai nerakkaattrae Mounam raagam yeno
Un kaadhal tholvi dhaano Un aasai yaagam veeno
Maalai nerakkaattrae
Penmaan seedhai polae Paavai naanae aanen
Penmaan seedhai polae Paavai naanae aanen
Neruppilae kulirkkavae Ramam sonnaan andru
Kadhaiyilae nadandhadhu Endhan vaazhvil undu
Maalai nerakkaattrae Mounam raagam yeno
Un kaadhal tholvi dhaano Un aasai yaagam veeno
Maalai nerakkaattrae Mounam raagam yeno
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, 'Maalai Nera Kaatre,' is a poignant lament from a woman expressing her deep sorrow and disillusionment in love. She addresses the evening breeze, personifying it and questioning its silent, melancholic melody, wondering if it too has experienced failed love and unfulfilled desires. The lyrics convey a sense of profound sadness, comparing her heart's struggle to swimming in an ocean of sorrow and her mind to a flower wounded by thorns.
The song draws a powerful parallel between her suffering and the mythological tale of Sita, who had to undergo an 'Agni Pariksha' (trial by fire) to prove her purity. The protagonist feels she is enduring a similar ordeal in her own life, becoming a mere 'doll' in the face of adversity. This comparison underscores the depth of her pain and the feeling of being unjustly tested, making the song a timeless expression of heartbreak and resilience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Maalai Nera Kaatre?
Maalai Nera Kaatre is sung by எஸ். ஜானகி.
Which movie is Maalai Nera Kaatre from?
The song Maalai Nera Kaatre is featured in the movie Agal Vilakku.
Who wrote the lyrics for Maalai Nera Kaatre?
The lyrics for Maalai Nera Kaatre were written by Muthulingam with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Maalai Nera Kaatre lyrics?
Yes! Maalai Nera Kaatre lyrics from Agal Vilakku include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Maalai Nera Kaatre lyrics?
This song, 'Maalai Nera Kaatre,' is a poignant lament from a woman expressing her deep sorrow and disillusionment in love. She addresses the evening breeze, personifying it and questioning its silent, melancholic melody, wondering if it too has experienced failed love and unfulfilled desires. The lyrics convey a sense of profound sadness, comparing her heart's struggle to swimming in an ocean of sorrow and her mind to a flower wounded by thorns. The song draws a powerful parallel between her suffering and the mythological tale of Sita, who had to undergo an 'Agni Pariksha' (trial by fire) to prove her purity. The protagonist feels she is enduring a similar ordeal in her own life, becoming a mere 'doll' in the face of adversity. This comparison underscores the depth of her pain and the feeling of being unjustly tested, making the song a timeless expression of heartbreak and resilience.
