Mettu Thedi Cover Art

Mettu Thedi Lyrics

From the movie Kaadhal Mannan

Mettu Thedi Song Lyrics is the track from Kaadhal Mannan Tamil Film – 1998. This song was sung by எம்.எஸ். விஸ்வநாதன். The music was composed by Bharathwaj. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorBharathwaj
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LyricistVairamuthu

Singers

எவ
Singerஎம்.எஸ். விஸ்வநாதன்

Star Cast

Not Specified

Whistling :

Sa ni ni sa ni da sa ni Da pa ni da pa ma pa ga ma …clap clap
Da pa ni da pa ma da pa ma Ga pa ma ga ri ma ga ri stop stop
Jinghu chakku chakku na Jinghu chakku chakku na

{Mettu thedi thavikkudhu Oru paattu
Andha paattukkullae thudikkudhu Oru mettu} (2)

Adha kannadasan Kandu sonnaa rasikkaadhaa
Illa viswanaadhan Kandu sonnaa rusikkaadhaa
Messu viswanaadhan Kandu sonna rusikkaadhaa

{Adha kannadasan Kandu sonna rasikkaadhaa
Messu viswanaadhan Kandu sonna rusikkaadhaa} (2)

Kanda kaadhalai veliya solla Nenjil dhairiyam illai palarukku
Nee iruttil nindru kan adiththaal ah ha Nee iruttil nindru kan adiththaal
Adhu yeppadi theriyum avalukku

Vandu vandhu sollum varaikkum Than vayasu theriyaadhu malarukku
Vandu vandhu sollum varaikkum Than vayasu theriyaadhu malarukku

Nee undhan nenjai thenghaai pola Udaiththu kaattappaa avalukku

Aaha mella mella Michcham ellaam solliththaarendaa
Naan messu kissu rendum Kanda viswanaadhandaa
Naan messu kissu rendum Kanda viswanaadhandaa

{Adha kannadasan Kandu sonna rasikkaadhaa
Messu viswanaadhan Kandu sonna rusikkaadhaa} (2)

Whistling :

Ah ha ah ah ah ah ah ah ho ho Kanavil mattum katti anaiththaal
Kaadhal varumaa kannikki Kavi kannadasan pol thanni adiththaal
Kavidhai varumaa kazhudhaikki

Kanavil mattum katti anaiththaal Kaadhal varumaa kannikki
Kavi kannadasan pol thanni adiththaal Kavidhai varumaa kazhudhaikki

Virumbhiya kaadhali kidaikkaavittaal Meesai valarththadhu ennaththukku
Sambradhaayam kurukkae vandhaal Saaiththu podappaa aduppukku

Aaha mella mella Michcham ellaam solliththaarendaa
Naan messu kissu rendum Kanda viswanaadhandaa
Naan messu kissu rendum Kanda viswanaadhandaa

Mettu thedi thavikkudhu Oru paattu
Andha paattukkullae thudikkudhu Oru mettu

Adha kannadasan Kandu sonnaa rasikkaadhaa
Illa viswanaadhan Kandu sonnaa rusikkaadhaa
Messu viswanaadhan Kandu sonna rusikkaadhaa

{Adha kannadasan Kandu sonna rasikkaadhaa
Messu viswanaadhan Kandu sonna rusikkaadhaa} (2)

Whistling :

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song, 'Mettu Thedi' from 'Kaadhal Mannan', is a unique and playful piece where the legendary music director M.S. Viswanathan himself takes on the role of a wise, yet mischievous, advisor on love. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, are a blend of philosophical musings and practical, often humorous, advice for young lovers. The song opens with the metaphor of a tune searching for a song and a song throbbing with a tune, setting a poetic stage for the exploration of love's expression. MSV playfully questions if the wisdom of poets like Kannadasan or his own insights wouldn't be cherished, establishing his persona as an experienced guide.

The core of the song revolves around the challenges of expressing love and the need for boldness. MSV uses vivid analogies, like a flower not knowing its age until a bee tells it, to emphasize that love needs to be openly declared. He encourages breaking open one's heart like a coconut and challenges conventional notions, even suggesting that if tradition hinders love, it should be discarded. The song's lighthearted tone, combined with its profound advice and MSV's self-referential lines about having seen both 'mess' and 'kiss' in life, makes it a charming and memorable commentary on love, courage, and societal expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Mettu Thedi?

Mettu Thedi is sung by எம்.எஸ். விஸ்வநாதன்.

Which movie is Mettu Thedi from?

The song Mettu Thedi is featured in the movie Kaadhal Mannan.

Who wrote the lyrics for Mettu Thedi?

The lyrics for Mettu Thedi were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by Bharathwaj.

Is English translation available for Mettu Thedi lyrics?

Yes! Mettu Thedi lyrics from Kaadhal Mannan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Mettu Thedi lyrics?

This song, 'Mettu Thedi' from 'Kaadhal Mannan', is a unique and playful piece where the legendary music director M.S. Viswanathan himself takes on the role of a wise, yet mischievous, advisor on love. The lyrics, penned by Vairamuthu, are a blend of philosophical musings and practical, often humorous, advice for young lovers. The song opens with the metaphor of a tune searching for a song and a song throbbing with a tune, setting a poetic stage for the exploration of love's expression. MSV playfully questions if the wisdom of poets like Kannadasan or his own insights wouldn't be cherished, establishing his persona as an experienced guide. The core of the song revolves around the challenges of expressing love and the need for boldness. MSV uses vivid analogies, like a flower not knowing its age until a bee tells it, to emphasize that love needs to be openly declared. He encourages breaking open one's heart like a coconut and challenges conventional notions, even suggesting that if tradition hinders love, it should be discarded. The song's lighthearted tone, combined with its profound advice and MSV's self-referential lines about having seen both 'mess' and 'kiss' in life, makes it a charming and memorable commentary on love, courage, and societal expectations.

Song Details

Song NameMettu Thedi
Singersஎம்.எஸ். விஸ்வநாதன்
LyricistVairamuthu
LanguageTamil

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