Manja Kuruvi Cover Art

Manja Kuruvi Lyrics

From the movie Pick Pocket

Manja Kuruvi Song Lyrics is the track from Pick Pocket Tamil Film – 1989, Starring Sathyaraj, Radha, S. S. Chandran, Livingston, Silk Smitha, Sathyajith. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம் மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா. 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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Singerஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம் மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா

Star Cast

Female Chorus : {Thattha thadhadha
Thattha thadhadha thatthatthaa Thattha thadhadha
Thattha thadhadha thatthatthaa} (2)

: {Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi} (2)

Ada sari thaan sarasammaa Nee sariyaa orasammaa
Idhu alaiyum manasammaa Nee aamaan jollammaa
Naan valanjaa valanju nelinjaa nelinju Kuduthaal kuduppen

{Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi} (2)

Jugujumjum jumjugujum Jugujumjum jumjugujum
Jugujumjum jumjugujum Jugujumjum jumjugujum
Jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga jumjaa Jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga jumjaa
Jumjagajaa jumjagajaa Jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga
Jumjagajaa jumjagajaa Jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga jumjaga

Koodu vittuk koodu vandhu Paanjadhenna
Ippodhu veli vittu thottam vandhu Maenjadhenna

Paadu pattu chaethu vecha Aasai enna
Ippodhu paarukkullae Naan valartha meesai enna

Sengarumba…aa… Katterumbu …uu…
Konjudhaiyaa…aa… Kitta vandhu…uuu

Oru noola pola veli onnu Poda poren
Oru paala kooda paaya pottu Naanum thaaren

Oru neram kaalam Koodum podhu
Naanum kooda vaarenga

Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi

Ada sari thaan sarasammaa Nee sariyaa orasammaa
Idhu alaiyum manasammaa Nee aamaan jollammaa
Naan valanjaa valanju nelinjaa nelinju Kuduthaal kuduppen

Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi

Male Chorus : Haa… haa… haa… haa… Haa… haa… haa… haa…

Thoondil ittu naan pudicha Meenu rendu
Thullaattam podudhammaa Maarukattu thedi vandhu

Moodi vecha veyililae Vaaduminnu
Yaaraachum paathu puttaa Koottam vandhu kooduminnu

Enna vela…aaa Solli puduuu hoi
En kitta nee …ee… Thalli kudu

Ada note ah kaatti Nottam pottaa sikkaadhaiyaa
Ada nondi paaru nondi paaru Thappadhaiyaa

Ada vendaam pulla Nee thaan ippa
Sollum rate kattaadhu

{Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi} (2)

Ada sari thaan sarasammaa Nee sariyaa orasammaa
Idhu alaiyum manasammaa Nee aamaan jollammaa
Naan valanjaa valanju nelinjaa nelinju Kuduthaal kuduppenhae hoii

{Manja kuruvi manja kuruvi Konja paakkudhadi
Konji kulavi konji kulavi Minja paakkudhadi} (2)yeah

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song, 'Manja Kuruvi,' is a classic playful and flirtatious duet, characteristic of Tamil cinema from the late 80s. The lyrics, primarily from the male perspective, use charming metaphors to express his desire and pursuit of the woman, whom he likens to a 'yellow sparrow' (Manja Kuruvi). He describes her as trying to 'coax and charm' him, while also playfully resisting, creating a dynamic of romantic chase. The mood is lighthearted and teasing, with the man's persistent advances met with coy but ultimately receptive responses.

The song delves into the man's 'wandering heart' and his determination to win her over, using vivid imagery like a red ant coaxing sugarcane or fish jumping towards his chest, hinting at physical attraction and longing. The woman's replies, though indirect, suggest a willingness to reciprocate when the 'right time comes,' adding to the playful negotiation of their budding romance. The lyrics capture the essence of a traditional courtship dance, filled with suggestive banter and promises of affection, all set to Ilayaraja's melodious composition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Manja Kuruvi?

Manja Kuruvi is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம் மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா.

Which movie is Manja Kuruvi from?

The song Manja Kuruvi is featured in the movie Pick Pocket.

Who wrote the lyrics for Manja Kuruvi?

The lyrics for Manja Kuruvi were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Manja Kuruvi lyrics?

Yes! Manja Kuruvi lyrics from Pick Pocket include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Manja Kuruvi lyrics?

This song, 'Manja Kuruvi,' is a classic playful and flirtatious duet, characteristic of Tamil cinema from the late 80s. The lyrics, primarily from the male perspective, use charming metaphors to express his desire and pursuit of the woman, whom he likens to a 'yellow sparrow' (Manja Kuruvi). He describes her as trying to 'coax and charm' him, while also playfully resisting, creating a dynamic of romantic chase. The mood is lighthearted and teasing, with the man's persistent advances met with coy but ultimately receptive responses. The song delves into the man's 'wandering heart' and his determination to win her over, using vivid imagery like a red ant coaxing sugarcane or fish jumping towards his chest, hinting at physical attraction and longing. The woman's replies, though indirect, suggest a willingness to reciprocate when the 'right time comes,' adding to the playful negotiation of their budding romance. The lyrics capture the essence of a traditional courtship dance, filled with suggestive banter and promises of affection, all set to Ilayaraja's melodious composition.

Song Details

Song NameManja Kuruvi
Singersஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம் மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா
LyricistGangai Amaran
LanguageTamil

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