Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam Lyrics
From the movie Savale Samali
Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam Song Lyrics is the track from Savale Samali Tamil Film – 1971, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, J. Jayalalithaa, R. Muthuraman, Nagesh, C. R. Vijayakumari, M. N. Nambiar, V. S. Raghavan, T. K. Bhagavathi, S. Varalakshmi, Gandhimathi. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Whistling :
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nadhiyai paarthu naanal sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Naalai paarthu iravu sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Pudhiyadhallavae theendaamai enbadhu
Pudhumaiyallavae adhai neeyum sonnadhu
Pudhiyadhallavae theendaamai enbadhu
Pudhumaiyallavae adhai neeyum sonnadhu
Sonna vaarthaiyum iraval thaanadhu…
Sonna vaarthaiyum iraval thaanadhu
Thiru neelakandarin manaivi sonnadhu
Thiru neelakandarin manaivi sonnadhu
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Thaalathai raagam thodaadha podhilae Geedhathai nenjam thodaamal pogumae
Thandhai thannaiyae thaai thodaavidil Naanum illaiyae neeyum illaiyae
Naanum illaiyae neeyum illaiyae
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Whistling :
Thangam edutha kai Adhu thangam paarthadhaa
Dharmam kaatha kai s Sama dharmam kandadhaa
Aalayam seivom angae anumadhi illai Nee andha koottamae idhil adhisayam illai
Nee andha koottamae idhil adhisayam illai
Nilavai paarthu vaanam sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Nizhalai paarthu boomi sonnadhu Ennai thodaadhae
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, 'Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam,' is a profound social commentary disguised within poetic metaphors. It uses instances from nature where one entity seemingly 'tells' another not to touch it (sky to moon, earth to shadow, river to reed, night to tomorrow) to highlight the pervasive and illogical nature of social untouchability. The lyrics question the hypocrisy of a society that preaches dharma but practices discrimination, drawing a parallel to the ancient story of Thiruneelakandar's wife, who vowed not to touch her husband, implying that such 'untouchability' is an old, ingrained problem.
The song further criticizes the double standards prevalent in society, asking if those who accumulate wealth or uphold religious principles truly embody equality. It points out the irony of building temples where entry is denied to certain groups, suggesting that such exclusionary practices are not surprising from those who perpetuate discrimination. The lines about rhythm, melody, and the existence of children without parental touch serve as a powerful metaphor for the interconnectedness of life and the absurdity of separation, urging for unity and challenging the very foundations of social inequality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam?
Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam from?
The song Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam is featured in the movie Savale Samali.
Who wrote the lyrics for Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam?
The lyrics for Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Vishwanathan.
Is English translation available for Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam lyrics?
Yes! Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam lyrics from Savale Samali include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam lyrics?
This song, 'Nilavai Paarthu Vaanam,' is a profound social commentary disguised within poetic metaphors. It uses instances from nature where one entity seemingly 'tells' another not to touch it (sky to moon, earth to shadow, river to reed, night to tomorrow) to highlight the pervasive and illogical nature of social untouchability. The lyrics question the hypocrisy of a society that preaches dharma but practices discrimination, drawing a parallel to the ancient story of Thiruneelakandar's wife, who vowed not to touch her husband, implying that such 'untouchability' is an old, ingrained problem. The song further criticizes the double standards prevalent in society, asking if those who accumulate wealth or uphold religious principles truly embody equality. It points out the irony of building temples where entry is denied to certain groups, suggesting that such exclusionary practices are not surprising from those who perpetuate discrimination. The lines about rhythm, melody, and the existence of children without parental touch serve as a powerful metaphor for the interconnectedness of life and the absurdity of separation, urging for unity and challenging the very foundations of social inequality.