Maanay Theney Cover Art

Maanay Theney Lyrics

From the movie Naangal

Maanay Theney Song Lyrics is the track from Naangal Tamil Film – 1992, Starring Prabhu, Sivaji Ganesan, Janagaraj, Deepika Chikhalia, Srividya, Sarath Babu, Nassar, Captain Raju, Rajan P Dev, Mohan Raj. This song was sung by அருண்மொழி மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Gangai Amaran.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistGangai Amaran

Singers

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Singerஅருண்மொழி மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி

Star Cast

Aa… aa… aa Aanaana patta sivanae
Azhagaai thookki vaithaan Pennai thalai mel

Male Chorus : Hae hae hae hae

Aagaadhu unnaal Pennai keezh irakka
Agambaavam vendaam Aa… aa… haaa…aaa…aa

Aaha maanae thaenae Aaha maanae thaenae
Manjal nilaavae Mayilae endru paaduvaar

Female Chorus : Aaha maanae thaenae manjal nilaavae
Mayilae endru paaduvaar

Avar thedum vishayam Mudindhaal podhum
Theruvil niruthi oduvaar

Female Chorus : Avar thedum vishayam
Mudindhaal podhum Theruvil niruthi oduvaar

Ada raajaa nee thaan Raajaadhi raajaa
Endrae vasanam pesuvaa Dhinam kaasai kaatta
Marandhaal podhum Kaiyil kidaithadhai veesuvaa

Male Chorus : Dhinam kaasai kaatta
Marandhaal podhum Kaiyil kidaithadhai veesuva

Ada raajaa nee thaan Aaha raajaadhi raajaa hoi

Muthu mani vairam ellaam Pen illaadhu minnumaa
Hoi nitham alangaaram seiya Aangal manam ennumaa

Haei pitham thalaikkerum Neram
Pennin manam thadumaarum Nitham pala jaalam pesi
Nirukkum niram maarum

Thanithae vaazhndhaal Podhumaa
Dhinam thavikkum ilamai aarumaa

Female Chorus : Thanithae vaazhndhaal Podhumaa
Dhinam thavikkum ilamai aarumaa

Aravanaithu anusarithu Manam purindhae nadakkum
Kaalaiyar thammai Raajaa nee thaan

Ada raajaa nee thaan Raajaadhi raajaa
Endrae vasanam pesuvaa

Male Chorus : Dhinam kaasai kaatta
Marandhaal podhum Kaiyil kidaithadhai veesuva

Avar thedum vishayam Mudindhaal podhum
Theruvil niruthi oduvaar

Raamaayana raaman kadhaiyai Thandhaal andha kaikaeyi
Raavananin thangaiyum kooda Aahaa balae kaikaari

Haei ondru mattum Podhaadhendru
Vaazhndhaan andha dhasaradhanae Ondrukkondru pottiyinaalae
Thindaadinaan raguvaranae

Pennin kannil baanamae Adhu vedigundaaga maarumae

Male Chorus : Pennin kannil baanamae Adhu vedigundaaga maarumae

Thalai kirukku unakkirukku Adhai niruthu ini mel pengalin kaalam
Maanae thaenae

Aaha maanae thaenae Manjal nilaavae
Mayilae endru paaduvaar

Female Chorus : Aaha maanae thaenae Manjal nilaavae
Mayilae endru paaduvaar

Avar thedum vishayam Mudindhaal podhum
Theruvil niruthi oduvaar

Female Chorus : Avar thedum vishayam
Mudindhaal podhum Theruvil niruthi oduvaar

Ada raajaa nee thaan Raajaadhi raajaa
Endrae vasanam pesuvaa Dhinam kaasai kaatta
Marandhaal podhum Kaiyil kidaithadhai veesuvaa

Male Chorus : Dhinam kaasai kaatta
Marandhaal podhum Kaiyil kidaithadhai veesuva

Aaha maanae thaenae Aaha manjal nilaavae… ae…

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a vibrant and playful debate between men and women, a common trope in Tamil cinema. The male voices initially praise women, likening them to goddesses (Shiva carrying Parvati on his head) and emphasizing their importance, suggesting that without women, life lacks sparkle. They also hint at women's fickle nature when flattered. The female voices, however, quickly expose the superficiality of male flattery, accusing men of using sweet words like "deer, honey, yellow moon" only to fulfill their desires and then abandon them. They mock men who call them "king of kings" when money is involved but turn hostile when it's not.

The women further strengthen their argument by citing mythological examples, blaming Kaikeyi for Rama's troubles and calling Ravana's sister a "troublesome woman." They also point out Dasaratha's multiple wives and the resulting competition that caused distress for Rama, implying that men's desires lead to chaos. They assert that a woman's gaze can be powerful and destructive, ultimately declaring that men's "madness" must stop as it is now "women's era." The song cleverly uses humor and cultural references to highlight the age-old battle of the sexes, with both sides presenting their perspectives on love, relationships, and gender roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Maanay Theney?

Maanay Theney is sung by அருண்மொழி மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி.

Which movie is Maanay Theney from?

The song Maanay Theney is featured in the movie Naangal.

Who wrote the lyrics for Maanay Theney?

The lyrics for Maanay Theney were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Maanay Theney lyrics?

Yes! Maanay Theney lyrics from Naangal include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Maanay Theney lyrics?

This song is a vibrant and playful debate between men and women, a common trope in Tamil cinema. The male voices initially praise women, likening them to goddesses (Shiva carrying Parvati on his head) and emphasizing their importance, suggesting that without women, life lacks sparkle. They also hint at women's fickle nature when flattered. The female voices, however, quickly expose the superficiality of male flattery, accusing men of using sweet words like "deer, honey, yellow moon" only to fulfill their desires and then abandon them. They mock men who call them "king of kings" when money is involved but turn hostile when it's not. The women further strengthen their argument by citing mythological examples, blaming Kaikeyi for Rama's troubles and calling Ravana's sister a "troublesome woman." They also point out Dasaratha's multiple wives and the resulting competition that caused distress for Rama, implying that men's desires lead to chaos. They assert that a woman's gaze can be powerful and destructive, ultimately declaring that men's "madness" must stop as it is now "women's era." The song cleverly uses humor and cultural references to highlight the age-old battle of the sexes, with both sides presenting their perspectives on love, relationships, and gender roles.

Song Details

Song NameMaanay Theney
MovieNaangal
Singersஅருண்மொழி மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி
LyricistGangai Amaran
LanguageTamil

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