
Nalla Kariyam Lyrics
From the movie Ponnunjal
Nalla Kariyam Song Lyrics is the track from Ponnunjal Tamil Film – 1973, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Usha Nandhini, R. Muthuraman, M. N. Nambiar, S. V. Sahasranamam, Sriranjani, S. V. Subbaiah, Gandhimathi, K. A. Thangavelu, Cho Ramaswamy. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் பி. சுசீலா. The music was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Hooo hoo hoo oo oo oo hoo ooo Hooo hoo hoo oo oo oo hoo ooo
Nalla kaariyam seekkiram nadakkanum Konjam sollungalaen
Thulli varum muthu killaigalae
Nalla kaariyam seekkiram nadakkanum Konjam sollungalaen
Thulli varum muthu killaigalae
Pachai vanna vettrilai pol Parandhodum podhu
Paakku vandhu vettrilaiyil Sonnaal enna thoodhu
Sonnaal enna thoodhu
Nalla kaariyam seekkiram nadakkanum Konjam sollungalaen
Thulli varum muthu killaigalae Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Hoo hooo hooo hooo oo oo
{Vellam odattum pennidam koorattum
Ullam vaeli kattai thaandi vandhu poovaagattum
Andha megangal paadum raagangal
Vanna pen paarkka poi varum thoodhaagattum} (2)
Manjalukku naathu vachaa Manakkaadho ingae
Maunathilae saedhi sonnaa Puriyaadho angae
Nalla kaariyam seekkiram nadakkanum Konjam sollungalaen
Thulli varum muthu killaigalae Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Haaaaaaaaaaaa Haaaaaaaa…aaa…aaaaa…
Thanga meengalae thaamarai poovilae
Pongum thaen undu enbadhai neer ariveergaloo
Andha pon vandu indha poo kandu
Inba thaenunnum naal paarkka viduveergaloo
Pandhiyilae kaathirukku pasiyodu sondham
Pakkathilae nee irundhu parimaaru konjam
Nalla kaariyam seekkiram nadakkanum Konjam sollungalaen
Thulli varum muthu killaigalae Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Muthu killaigalae… muthu killaigalae
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, "Nalla Kariyam" from the 1973 film 'Ponnunjal', is a heartfelt plea from a lover, likely a man, to various elements of nature – specifically parrots, clouds, and fish – to act as messengers to his beloved. The central theme revolves around the urgent desire for a "good deed" to happen soon, which implicitly refers to the successful culmination of their love, possibly marriage or a formal union. The lyrics are imbued with a sense of hopeful anticipation and romantic longing, using vivid natural imagery to convey the depth of his emotions and his eagerness for a positive outcome.
The song beautifully personifies nature, asking the parrots to carry a message like betel leaves carrying betel nut, wishing for clouds to sing melodies as messengers, and questioning if golden fish know about the honey in the lotus, symbolizing the sweet union he desires. The mention of "relatives waiting hungry at the feast" further reinforces the idea of an impending celebration, likely a wedding, highlighting the social and familial anticipation surrounding their union. The overall mood is one of tender yearning, playful persuasion, and an optimistic outlook on love's journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Nalla Kariyam?
Nalla Kariyam is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் பி. சுசீலா.
Which movie is Nalla Kariyam from?
The song Nalla Kariyam is featured in the movie Ponnunjal.
Who wrote the lyrics for Nalla Kariyam?
The lyrics for Nalla Kariyam were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Vishwanathan.
Is English translation available for Nalla Kariyam lyrics?
Yes! Nalla Kariyam lyrics from Ponnunjal include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Nalla Kariyam lyrics?
This song, "Nalla Kariyam" from the 1973 film 'Ponnunjal', is a heartfelt plea from a lover, likely a man, to various elements of nature – specifically parrots, clouds, and fish – to act as messengers to his beloved. The central theme revolves around the urgent desire for a "good deed" to happen soon, which implicitly refers to the successful culmination of their love, possibly marriage or a formal union. The lyrics are imbued with a sense of hopeful anticipation and romantic longing, using vivid natural imagery to convey the depth of his emotions and his eagerness for a positive outcome. The song beautifully personifies nature, asking the parrots to carry a message like betel leaves carrying betel nut, wishing for clouds to sing melodies as messengers, and questioning if golden fish know about the honey in the lotus, symbolizing the sweet union he desires. The mention of "relatives waiting hungry at the feast" further reinforces the idea of an impending celebration, likely a wedding, highlighting the social and familial anticipation surrounding their union. The overall mood is one of tender yearning, playful persuasion, and an optimistic outlook on love's journey.
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