Nalla Kalam Poranthida Lyrics
From the movie Katta Panchayathu
Nalla Kalam Poranthida Song Lyrics is the track from Katta Panchayathu Tamil Film – 1996. This song was sung by இளையராஜா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Nalla kaalam poranthida Namma kannu thoranthida
Kettu pona dhesam Nalla sattappadi uruppada
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Aalukkaalu adithadi nadakkuthu Adikkadi
Saathigalin kedupidi yaezhaikalukenna vali
Thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Nalla kaalam poranthida Namma kannu thoranthida
Kettu pona dhesam Nalla sattappadi uruppada
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Veliyai thaandi meya pona aadugal Pattiyila adaippaanga
Kondi thozhuvaththula adaippaanga
Aththu meeri naattaiyum meyum Eththanaiyo maadirukku
Thinnu thinni kozhuththa maatta Kandukkaama naadirukku
Aatta maatta adakki vekka Kiraamatthula aal irukkaan
Naatta meyum maatta adakka Naattukulla yaar irukkaan
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Eththanaiyo katchi ingirukku ingirukku Engalukku nambikkai illa
Konjam kooda engalukku nambikkai illa
Moththamaa oozhalil pangirukku pangirukku Suththaminu yaarum illa
Suththam panna uththamanum yaarumae illa
Naalum oru pirachchanaiyil Namma naadum thaththalikkuthae
Yaedhum solla vakkillaama Yaezhai manam konthalikkuthu
Pallu pola gandhi thaththaa pola Ingu yaar irukkaan
Sollaaponaa poonai kazhuththil Mani katta yaar irukkaan
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Nalla kaalam poranthida Namma kannu thoranthida
Kettu pona dhesam Nalla sattappadi uruppada
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Aalukkaalu adithadi nadakkuthu Adikkadi
Saathigalin kedupidi yaezhaikalukenna vali
Thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Nalla kaalam poranthida Namma kannu thoranthida
Kettu pona dhesam Nalla sattappadi uruppada
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Thalaivan oruththan varanum Thatti ketkka thalaivan oruththan varanum
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Nalla Kalam Poranthida" is a poignant social commentary reflecting the disillusionment and yearning for righteous leadership in a nation plagued by corruption, injustice, and societal strife. It paints a picture of a society where frequent conflicts, caste-based discrimination, and widespread corruption leave the common people, especially the poor, without hope or a voice. The lyrics metaphorically compare corrupt leaders to cattle grazing freely on the nation's resources, contrasting them with the strict control exercised over animals in a village, highlighting the lack of accountability at a national level.
The core theme is a desperate plea for a strong, incorruptible leader who can challenge the status quo, restore order, and guide the "ruined nation" towards prosperity under just laws. The song expresses a deep distrust in existing political parties, accusing them of collective involvement in corruption and lamenting the absence of a "pure" or "noble" individual to cleanse the system. It evokes the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi, questioning who among the current generation possesses the courage and integrity to bell the cat of corruption and lead the nation out of its daily struggles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Nalla Kalam Poranthida?
Nalla Kalam Poranthida is sung by இளையராஜா.
Which movie is Nalla Kalam Poranthida from?
The song Nalla Kalam Poranthida is featured in the movie Katta Panchayathu.
Who wrote the lyrics for Nalla Kalam Poranthida?
The lyrics for Nalla Kalam Poranthida were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Nalla Kalam Poranthida lyrics?
Yes! Nalla Kalam Poranthida lyrics from Katta Panchayathu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Nalla Kalam Poranthida lyrics?
The song "Nalla Kalam Poranthida" is a poignant social commentary reflecting the disillusionment and yearning for righteous leadership in a nation plagued by corruption, injustice, and societal strife. It paints a picture of a society where frequent conflicts, caste-based discrimination, and widespread corruption leave the common people, especially the poor, without hope or a voice. The lyrics metaphorically compare corrupt leaders to cattle grazing freely on the nation's resources, contrasting them with the strict control exercised over animals in a village, highlighting the lack of accountability at a national level. The core theme is a desperate plea for a strong, incorruptible leader who can challenge the status quo, restore order, and guide the "ruined nation" towards prosperity under just laws. The song expresses a deep distrust in existing political parties, accusing them of collective involvement in corruption and lamenting the absence of a "pure" or "noble" individual to cleanse the system. It evokes the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi, questioning who among the current generation possesses the courage and integrity to bell the cat of corruption and lead the nation out of its daily struggles.
