Ponnu Velayara Cover Art

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

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVaali

Singers

மம
Singerமனோ மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா

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.

Song Details

Song NamePonnu Velayara
Singersமனோ மற்றும் கே. எஸ். சித்ரா
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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