Melam Kotti Lyrics
From the movie Puthumai Pithan - 1957
Melam Kotti Song Lyrics is the track from Puthumai Pithan - 1957 Tamil Film – 1957. This song was sung by சி. எஸ். ஜெயராமன். The music was composed by G. Ramanathan.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Music Director : G. Ramanathan
Lyricist : Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass
Melam kotti hahaha…thaali katti hahaha Melam kotti thaali katti
Maedhai polae vaazhnthittaalum Paadhai vittu paadhai maari povadho
Kan paarvai kettu pallanthedi veezhvadho Melam kotti thaali katti
Maedhai polae vaazhnthittaalum Paadhai vittu paadhai maari povadho
Kan paarvai kettu pallanthedi veezhvadho
Paasa meeridum aasaiyodu nee Paalai oottida aavalaagavae
Paasa meeridum aasaiyodu nee Paalai oottida aavalaagavae
Paadupattu paambai thedalaaguma Koodu vittu koodu paayalaagumaa
Naanum kettu neeyum kettu…aaaaaa… Naanum kettu neeyum kettu
Nambhi vandha aalum kettu Thaanum kettu thathinginathom podavaa
Jathi thaalathodu kaalai thooki aadavaa
Aanaanapatta raaja ellam Thaanaana padum podhu
Aanaanapatta raaja ellam Thaanaana padum podhu
Indha veena pona manushan podum Velichamum palikkadhu
Indha veena pona manushan podum Velichamum palikkadhu
Thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Thana thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Kailaasathukku pora vazhiyai Kattu konjam paarppom
Kailaasathukku pora vazhiyai Kattu konjam paarppom
Adhai kaanadha indha kootathaiyum Angae kondu serppom
Adhai kaanadha indha kootathaiyum Angae kondu serppom
Thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Thana thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Vithaarama seppadi vithaiyil Mayangidathae appa engappa
Vithaarama seppadi vithaiyil Mayangidathae appa
Nee sethaalum pizhaikka matte Therinjukkadaa subba
Nee sethaalum pizhaikka matte Therinjukkadaa subba
Thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Thana thandhanathaana thandhanathaana Thandhanathaana thaana
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Melam Kotti" from the 1957 film 'Puthumai Pithan' is a philosophical and cautionary piece, delivered with a folk-like, almost satirical tone. It questions the wisdom of straying from the right path, even after establishing a life (symbolized by marriage with drums and thali) and possessing intelligence. The lyrics warn against nurturing destructive desires (feeding milk to a snake) or being unfaithful/unstable (jumping from nest to nest), highlighting the collective ruin that follows such actions. It uses vivid metaphors to depict the folly of self-destruction and the negative impact on those who trust.
The song further emphasizes that even great kings eventually fall, implying that the misguided efforts of a "useless person" will certainly bear no fruit. It then shifts to a hopeful, guiding tone, suggesting that people should be shown the path to righteousness (Kailash) and led towards it. The final stanza serves as a direct warning against being swayed by elaborate deceptions, asserting that such folly leads to inescapable consequences, urging the listener to understand this fundamental truth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Melam Kotti?
Melam Kotti is sung by சி. எஸ். ஜெயராமன்.
Which movie is Melam Kotti from?
The song Melam Kotti is featured in the movie Puthumai Pithan - 1957.
Who wrote the lyrics for Melam Kotti?
The lyrics for Melam Kotti were written by Unknown with music composed by G. Ramanathan.
Is English translation available for Melam Kotti lyrics?
Yes! Melam Kotti lyrics from Puthumai Pithan - 1957 include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Melam Kotti lyrics?
The song "Melam Kotti" from the 1957 film 'Puthumai Pithan' is a philosophical and cautionary piece, delivered with a folk-like, almost satirical tone. It questions the wisdom of straying from the right path, even after establishing a life (symbolized by marriage with drums and thali) and possessing intelligence. The lyrics warn against nurturing destructive desires (feeding milk to a snake) or being unfaithful/unstable (jumping from nest to nest), highlighting the collective ruin that follows such actions. It uses vivid metaphors to depict the folly of self-destruction and the negative impact on those who trust. The song further emphasizes that even great kings eventually fall, implying that the misguided efforts of a "useless person" will certainly bear no fruit. It then shifts to a hopeful, guiding tone, suggesting that people should be shown the path to righteousness (Kailash) and led towards it. The final stanza serves as a direct warning against being swayed by elaborate deceptions, asserting that such folly leads to inescapable consequences, urging the listener to understand this fundamental truth.
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