Melam Kotta Cover Art

Melam Kotta Lyrics

From the movie Lakshmi

Melam Kotta Song Lyrics is the track from Lakshmi Tamil Film – 1979, Starring Sridevi, Jai Ganesh, Gandhimathi. This song was sung by பி. எஸ். சசிரேகா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Aalangudi Somu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistAalangudi Somu

Singers

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Singerபி. எஸ். சசிரேகா

Star Cast

Mmm…mm…mm…mm… Mm…mm…mmmm…
Rarirariraa rarirariraa rarirariraa rarirariraa

Melam kotta neram varum Poongodiyae
Melam kotta neram varum poongodiyae Annamae sornamae andru thaan
Indha oorvalam

Melam kotta neram varum Poongodiyae
Melam kotta neram varum poongodiyae

Aala vattam podudhadi Nellu payiru
Aala vattam podudhadi Kalla paarundhu

Maalai ida poravana Kannil alandhu
Mangai manam alaiyudhadi Mella parandhu
Thangamae vairamae ilam kiliyae Kuyilae mayilae idhu unmaiyadi

Melam kotta neram varum Poongodiyae
Melam kotta neram varum poongodiyae

Oorukkellaam paakku vechu Kaathiruppen
Oorai ellaam paakka vechu Manam mudippen

Koora chaela sarasarakka Anji nadappen
Kondavanin gunam arindhu Konji sirippen
Ammammaa ennammaa inba mayakkam Enakkum porakkum pudhu sogam irukkum

Melam kotta neram varum Poongodiyae
Annamae sornamae andru thaan Indha oorvalam

Melam kotta neram varum Poongodiyae
Mmm…mmmmmmmm mmm

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song beautifully captures the eager anticipation and joyous dreams of a young woman awaiting her wedding day. She envisions the auspicious moment when the traditional drums will beat, signaling the start of her new life and the grand procession. The lyrics use vivid imagery, comparing her heart's flutter to a flower creeper and her beloved to precious gems, reflecting the profound emotional significance of this life-changing event.

The song further delves into her aspirations for married life, from the traditional act of inviting the entire village with betel nuts to her shy demeanor in her wedding saree. She expresses a deep desire to understand and cherish her husband, looking forward to a life filled with playful smiles and a new kind of happiness. It's a heartfelt ode to love, tradition, and the sweet intoxication of impending marital bliss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Melam Kotta?

Melam Kotta is sung by பி. எஸ். சசிரேகா.

Which movie is Melam Kotta from?

The song Melam Kotta is featured in the movie Lakshmi.

Who wrote the lyrics for Melam Kotta?

The lyrics for Melam Kotta were written by Aalangudi Somu with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Melam Kotta lyrics?

Yes! Melam Kotta lyrics from Lakshmi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Melam Kotta lyrics?

This song beautifully captures the eager anticipation and joyous dreams of a young woman awaiting her wedding day. She envisions the auspicious moment when the traditional drums will beat, signaling the start of her new life and the grand procession. The lyrics use vivid imagery, comparing her heart's flutter to a flower creeper and her beloved to precious gems, reflecting the profound emotional significance of this life-changing event. The song further delves into her aspirations for married life, from the traditional act of inviting the entire village with betel nuts to her shy demeanor in her wedding saree. She expresses a deep desire to understand and cherish her husband, looking forward to a life filled with playful smiles and a new kind of happiness. It's a heartfelt ode to love, tradition, and the sweet intoxication of impending marital bliss.

Song Details

Song NameMelam Kotta
MovieLakshmi
Singersபி. எஸ். சசிரேகா
LyricistAalangudi Somu
LanguageTamil

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