
Ponnu Velayara Lyrics
From the movie Periya Marudhu
Ponnu Velayara Song Lyrics is the track from Periya Marudhu Tamil Film – 1994, Starring Vijayakanth, Ranjitha, Pragathi Mahavadi, Mahesh Anand, M. N. Nambiar, Pandiyan, Thalaivasal Vijay, Goundamani, Senthil, S. S. Chandran. This song was sung by மனோ மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Singers
Star Cast
Female Chorus : Lulululululululu lulululululululu
Ponnu velaiyira boomi idhu Indha boomiya kaakkura saami idhu
Female Chorus : Boomiya kaakkura saami idhu
Aiyanaara vandhu paadungadi Ingae aasaiyaa kai kotti aadungadi
Female Chorus : Aasaiyaa kai kotti aadungadi
Mannil irukkudhu vaasamadi Namma paattula eppavum veesumadi
Paattu manakkattum paadungadi Vala kaiya kulungattum kummiyadi
Female Chorus : Ponnu velaiyira boomi idhu
Indha boomiya kaakkura saami idhu Thandhana thaam thana thandhant thaam
Aiyanaara vandhu paadungadi Ingae aasaiyaa kai kotti aadungadi
Thandhana thaam thana thandhana thaam
Kummiyadi ponnu kummiyadi Valai kulunga kai kotti kummiyadi
Female Chorus : Kulunga kai kotti kummiyadi
Oorukku ellaiyil koyiladi Ingae ulladhu aiyanaar saamiadi
Female Chorus : Ulladhu aiyanaar saamiadi
Kaaval irukkira saami idhu Adhan kaiyil irukkira boomi idhu
Saamiya mudhalil kumbidadi Indha boomiya dheivamaa nambidadi
Sanda sacharavu yaedhukkadi Namma saadhi sanathoda koodikkadi
Female Chorus : Saadhi sanathoda koodikkadi
Saami varam tharum paathukkadi Idhai thandhana thom solli kummiyadi
Female Chorus : Thandhana thom solli kummiyadi
Haei kai valaiyal paattu katta Kaal salangai thaalam thatta
Kanakkaaga adi eduppom
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi
Paatha sanam ichu kotta Paaraatti mechi kolla
Ellorum kai pudippom
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi
Kai valaiyal paattu katta Kaal salangai thaalam thatta
Kanakkaaga adi eduppom
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi
Paatha sanam ichu kotta Paaraatti mechi kolla
Ellorum kai pudippom
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi
Mayilaattam aada vandhaa thirunaalu
Male Chorus : Hoi
Namma manam pola Nanma tharum oru naalu
Male Chorus : Hoi
Mayilaattam aada vandhaa thirunaalu
Namma manam pola nanma tharum oru naalu
Oyilaaga vandhu ninnu asanjaadu
Indha ooraarkku vaazhthu cholli yesa paadu
Mayilaattam aadayila Maappu vachu paadayila
Mainar paiyan suthi valachaan
Female Chorus : Hoi hoi
Maaraappu chaelaiyila Maiyal vachu aasaiyila
Naisaaga kannu adichaan
Female Chorus : Hoi hoi
Mayilaattam aadayila Maappu vachu paadayila
Mainar paiyan suthi valachaan
Female Chorus : Hoi hoi
Maaraappu chaelaiyila Maiyal vachu aasaiyila
Naisaaga kannu adichaan
Female Chorus : Hoi hoi
Maamaannu solla cholli sirichaandi
Female Chorus : Hoi
Oru malliya poo sendu Katti kodutthaandi
Female Chorus : Hoi
Maamaannu solla cholli sirichaandi
Oru malliyap poo sendu katti kodutthaandi
Vittaakkaa innum konjam povaandi
Chinna veettukkoru aal pudikkum vaelaandi
Male Chorus : Thandhaanat thaan thandhaanat thaanaa
Thandhaanat thaan thandhaanat thaanaa
Female Chorus : Thandhaanat thaan thandhaanat thaanaa
Thandhaanat thaan thandhaanat thaanaa
Male Chorus : Aasaanukku vandhanam onnu Thandhom thagathom
Indha naesanukku endrum jai kodi naatida Vandhom varuvom haei
Female Chorus : Aasaanukku vandhanam onnu Thandhom thagathom
Indha naesanukku endrum jai kodi naatida Vandhom varuvom haei haei
Male Chorus : Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana naa haei Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana naa haei haei
Female Chorus : Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana naa haei Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana naa haei haei
Veerar kulam vaazhndhu vandha seemaiyadi
Vaengai yena paayum indha kaalaiadi
Saaya kudi veerar kulam mangaiyadi
Thaavi vandhu naan nadathi kaaturendi
Pombalaikku ingu vambhu edhukku Kaalaikku rendu kombu irukku
Ada dadadada kaalai adakka saelai irukku Kombai adakka thembhu irukku
Jalli kattu kaalai ingu paayudhadi Komba komba aatti kitti seerudhadi
Saelai idhan vaasam patta sokkumadi Sonnabadi kettukittu nikkkumadi
Male Chorus : Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana naa haei Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana naa haei haei
Female Chorus : Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana naa haei Thandhana thandhana
Thandhana thandhana Thandhana thandhana naa haei haei
Vaesham pottu vandha kaala Adhu aazha paarkkudhadi aala
Thandha naana thandha naana thandham
Kaathil aadi varum saela Adha paarthu aattudhadi vaala
Thandha naana thandha naana thandham
Innumum thulludhu kaala Haei haei
Konjam paaradi kaaturen vaela Haei haei
Idhu thaviya thavikkum erudhu Adhu edhaiyo nanachu varudhu
Kaalaikku yedhadi meesai Haei haei
Adhu kannula ethanai aasai Haei haei
Idhu azhaga irundha rasikkum Ada asanja nadantha mayangum
Maadum ini aadum adha aada vekkatta Ye paati oru thaalam adha poda vekkatta
Kaala pudippen vaala odippen Komba valaippen endrum jayippen
Saaya kudi veerar kula mangaiyadi Kaalai idhu thaan adangi ponadhadi
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song 'Ponnu Velayara' is a vibrant folk anthem celebrating the rich agricultural land and its guardian deity, Aiyanar. It calls upon the community, particularly women, to come together, sing, and dance the traditional Kummi, emphasizing unity and devotion. The lyrics evoke a strong sense of belonging and reverence for the earth, portraying it as a sacred space that yields prosperity and is protected by divine grace. The repeated calls to clap hands and dance highlight the communal joy and festive spirit inherent in village life and traditions.
Beyond its devotional and communal aspects, the song also weaves in elements of playful romance and female empowerment. A section describes a young man's flirtatious advances during a Mayilattam dance, adding a lighthearted touch. Later, a powerful female voice emerges, confidently asserting her ability to tame a bull, drawing parallels to the traditional Jallikattu sport. This segment symbolizes the strength, courage, and resilience of women, suggesting they possess the wisdom and spirit to overcome challenges, much like taming a wild bull with grace and determination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Ponnu Velayara?
Ponnu Velayara is sung by மனோ மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா.
Which movie is Ponnu Velayara from?
The song Ponnu Velayara is featured in the movie Periya Marudhu.
Who wrote the lyrics for Ponnu Velayara?
The lyrics for Ponnu Velayara were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Ponnu Velayara lyrics?
Yes! Ponnu Velayara lyrics from Periya Marudhu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Ponnu Velayara lyrics?
The song 'Ponnu Velayara' is a vibrant folk anthem celebrating the rich agricultural land and its guardian deity, Aiyanar. It calls upon the community, particularly women, to come together, sing, and dance the traditional Kummi, emphasizing unity and devotion. The lyrics evoke a strong sense of belonging and reverence for the earth, portraying it as a sacred space that yields prosperity and is protected by divine grace. The repeated calls to clap hands and dance highlight the communal joy and festive spirit inherent in village life and traditions. Beyond its devotional and communal aspects, the song also weaves in elements of playful romance and female empowerment. A section describes a young man's flirtatious advances during a Mayilattam dance, adding a lighthearted touch. Later, a powerful female voice emerges, confidently asserting her ability to tame a bull, drawing parallels to the traditional Jallikattu sport. This segment symbolizes the strength, courage, and resilience of women, suggesting they possess the wisdom and spirit to overcome challenges, much like taming a wild bull with grace and determination.
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