Pillai Kali Theera Lyrics
From the movie Kulama Gunama
Pillai Kali Theera Song Lyrics is the track from Kulama Gunama Tamil Film – 1971, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini, Vanisri, Jaishankar, M. N. Nambiar, C. K. Saraswathi, Nagesh, K. D. Santhanam, G. Sakunthala, A. K. Veerasamy. This song was sung by பி. சுசீலா மற்றும் சூலமங்கலம் ராஜலட்சுமி. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Muthae maragadhamae
Mukkaniyae sakkaraiyae
Kothu marukkozhundhae
Kodai palaa pazhamae
Thathum kiliyae
Thadaagathu thaamaraiyae
Sandhana cholaiyae
Saamandhi poo kaadae
Vadakku pani malaiyae
Pani malaiyin kulir kaattrae
Kulir kaattril salasalakkum Odai ilam thanneerae
Kulam kaakka vandha engal Komaganae thaalaelo thaalae thaalaelo
Pillai kali theera En pillai kali theera
Un annai vandhu serndhaal Un annai kurai theera
Nee pinnae vandhu serndhaai
Pillai kali theera Un annai vandhu serndhaal
Un annai kurai theera Nee pinnae vandhu serndhaai
Aariraari raaro aaraariraari raaro
Nenjukku thaan theriyum Adhu ninaithirundha neram
Kannukku thaan theriyum Adhu kaathirundha kaalam
Nenjukku thaan theriyum Adhu ninaithirundha neram
Kannukku thaan theriyum Adhu kaathirundha kaalam
Pennukku thaan theriyum Unnai sumandhirundha kolam
Pennukku thaan theriyum Unnai sumandhirundha kolam
Pillaikku thaan theriyum Annai manadhil ulla paasam
Pillai kali theera En pillai kali theera
Un annai vandhu serndhaal Un annai kurai theera
Nee pinnae vandhu serndhaai
Aariraari raaro aaraariraari raaro
Vaazhndha naalum ondru Nee valarndha naalum ondru
Sumandha naalum ondru Paal surandha naalum ondru
Vaazhndha naalum ondru Nee valarndha naalum ondru
Sumandha naalum ondru Paal surandha naalum ondru
Yaar eduthaal enna Un thaayin manam menmai
Yaar eduthaal enna Un thaayin manam menmai
Yaar koduthaal enna Kannae paalin niram venmai
Sippi thandha muthu Idhu dheivam thandha sothu
Unnai petreduthaal annai Naan thatheduthaen unnai
Aariraari raaro aaraariraari raaro Aariraari raaro aaraariraari raaro
Aariraari raaro aaraariraari raaro
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a heartfelt lullaby, a 'thaalattu', sung by a mother to her child. It begins with a series of endearing praises, comparing the child to precious gems, sweet fruits, fragrant flowers, and refreshing natural elements, highlighting the child's immense value and beauty. The lyrics express the profound joy and relief the mother feels now that her child has arrived, fulfilling a long-held longing and ending her own 'sorrow' or 'deficiency'. It speaks to the deep emotional connection and the anticipation that preceded the child's birth, emphasizing that only a mother truly understands the journey of carrying and nurturing a child.
The second part delves into the unique experiences of motherhood – the days of living, growing, carrying, and nursing. It beautifully conveys the unconditional nature of a mother's love, asserting that regardless of who physically 'took' or 'gave' the child, the mother's heart remains tender, and the essence of nurturing (like the white color of milk) remains pure. The poignant lines, "Your mother gave birth to you, I adopted you," reveal a deeper layer of love, possibly indicating an adoptive mother's boundless affection, equating the child to a divine treasure and a precious pearl, signifying that this child is a gift from God, cherished beyond measure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Pillai Kali Theera?
Pillai Kali Theera is sung by பி. சுசீலா மற்றும் சூலமங்கலம் ராஜலட்சுமி.
Which movie is Pillai Kali Theera from?
The song Pillai Kali Theera is featured in the movie Kulama Gunama.
Who wrote the lyrics for Pillai Kali Theera?
The lyrics for Pillai Kali Theera were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Pillai Kali Theera lyrics?
Yes! Pillai Kali Theera lyrics from Kulama Gunama include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Pillai Kali Theera lyrics?
This song is a heartfelt lullaby, a 'thaalattu', sung by a mother to her child. It begins with a series of endearing praises, comparing the child to precious gems, sweet fruits, fragrant flowers, and refreshing natural elements, highlighting the child's immense value and beauty. The lyrics express the profound joy and relief the mother feels now that her child has arrived, fulfilling a long-held longing and ending her own 'sorrow' or 'deficiency'. It speaks to the deep emotional connection and the anticipation that preceded the child's birth, emphasizing that only a mother truly understands the journey of carrying and nurturing a child. The second part delves into the unique experiences of motherhood – the days of living, growing, carrying, and nursing. It beautifully conveys the unconditional nature of a mother's love, asserting that regardless of who physically 'took' or 'gave' the child, the mother's heart remains tender, and the essence of nurturing (like the white color of milk) remains pure. The poignant lines, "Your mother gave birth to you, I adopted you," reveal a deeper layer of love, possibly indicating an adoptive mother's boundless affection, equating the child to a divine treasure and a precious pearl, signifying that this child is a gift from God, cherished beyond measure.