Manithan Ellam Lyrics
From the movie Azhagu Nila - 1962
Manithan Ellam Song Lyrics is the track from Azhagu Nila - 1962 Tamil Film – 1962. This song was sung by சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன். The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by A. Maruthakasi.
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Manidhan ellam therindhu kondaan Vaazhum vagai purindhu kondaan
Irundha podhum manidhanukku Ondru mattum theriyavillaiyae hoo
Manidhan ellam therindhu kondaan Vaazhum vagai purindhu kondaan
Irundha podhum manidhanukku Ondru mattum theriyavillaiyae hoo
Iniya kuralil kuyil polae Isaiyum azhagaai paadugindraan
Erudhugal polae vandigalai Izhuthu kondu oodugindraan
Vanathil vaazhum paravaigal pol Vaanil parandhu thirigindraan
Vanathil vaazhum paravaigal pol Vaanil parandhu thirigindraan
Manidhanaaga vaazha mattum Manidhanukku theriyavillai hooo
Manidhan ellam therindhu kondaan Vaazhum vagai purindhu kondaan
Irundha podhum manidhanukku Ondru mattum theriyavillaiyae hoo
Saramilla vaazhkkaiyilae Sakkaram polae suzhalugindraan
Eera mannal pala uruvai Iraivan polae padaigkindraan
Melum vilaivu nelivugalai Neekki olungu paduthugindraan
Melum vilaivu nelivugalai Neekki olungu paduthugindraan
Manidhanaaga vaazha mattum Manidhanukku theriyavillai hoo
Manidhan ellam therindhu kondaan Vaazhum vagai purindhu kondaan
Irundha podhum manidhanukku Ondru mattum theriyavillaiyae hoo
Kollum paambin kodum vishathai Sollil kodukka therindhu kondaan
Kullanari pol thandhirathaal Kudiyai kedukka purindhu kondaan
Velli panathal mattravarai Vilaikku vaanga therindhu kondaan
Velli panathal mattravarai Vilaikku vaanga therindhu kondaan
Manidhanaaga vaazha mattum Manidhanukku theriyavillai hoo
Manidhan ellam therindhu kondaan Vaazhum vagai purindhu kondaan
Irundha podhum manidhanukku Ondru mattum theriyavillaiyae hoo
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, 'Manithan Ellam' from the 1962 film 'Azhagu Nila', is a profound philosophical commentary on the paradox of human progress. Penned by A. Maruthakasi and sung by Seerkazhi Govindarajan, it highlights humanity's vast achievements in science, technology, and art – from mimicking birds in flight to creating like a god with clay, and even mastering music. However, the central poignant message is that despite all these advancements and knowledge, man has forgotten or failed to learn the most fundamental aspect: how to truly live as a human being, with empathy, integrity, and moral purpose.
The lyrics critically observe how humans have mastered destructive traits like verbal venom, cunning deceit, and the corruption of buying others with money, contrasting these with the inability to live a simple, humane life. The song's melancholic yet insightful tone serves as a timeless reminder that true wisdom lies not just in external achievements but in cultivating inner humanity. It questions the very essence of progress if it leads to a loss of basic human values, making it a powerful social critique relevant even today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Manithan Ellam?
Manithan Ellam is sung by சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன்.
Which movie is Manithan Ellam from?
The song Manithan Ellam is featured in the movie Azhagu Nila - 1962.
Who wrote the lyrics for Manithan Ellam?
The lyrics for Manithan Ellam were written by A. Maruthakasi with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Manithan Ellam lyrics?
Yes! Manithan Ellam lyrics from Azhagu Nila - 1962 include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Manithan Ellam lyrics?
This song, 'Manithan Ellam' from the 1962 film 'Azhagu Nila', is a profound philosophical commentary on the paradox of human progress. Penned by A. Maruthakasi and sung by Seerkazhi Govindarajan, it highlights humanity's vast achievements in science, technology, and art – from mimicking birds in flight to creating like a god with clay, and even mastering music. However, the central poignant message is that despite all these advancements and knowledge, man has forgotten or failed to learn the most fundamental aspect: how to truly live as a human being, with empathy, integrity, and moral purpose. The lyrics critically observe how humans have mastered destructive traits like verbal venom, cunning deceit, and the corruption of buying others with money, contrasting these with the inability to live a simple, humane life. The song's melancholic yet insightful tone serves as a timeless reminder that true wisdom lies not just in external achievements but in cultivating inner humanity. It questions the very essence of progress if it leads to a loss of basic human values, making it a powerful social critique relevant even today.
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