Sengaade Cover Art

Sengaade Lyrics

From the movie Paradesi

Sengaade Song Lyrics is the track from Paradesi Tamil Film – 2013, Starring Atharvaa Murali, Sai Dhanshika, Vedhika, Karthik Ashokan, Riythvika, Jerald Arockiam, Sivashankar Master, Kalpana Shree. This song was sung by மது பாலகிருஷ்ணன். The music was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar. Lyrics works penned by Vairamuthu.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

GV
Music DirectorG. V. Prakash Kumar
V
LyricistVairamuthu

Singers

மப
Singerமது பாலகிருஷ்ணன்

Star Cast

Hoo ooo hoo ooo Hoo ooo hoo ooo ooo

O sengaadae Sirukaradae poi varavaa
O kaadugalae Kalligalae poi varavaa

Sudu sudu kaadu vittu Pogira ponanga pola
Sana sana sanangalellaam Pogudhu paadhai mela
Ullooril kaakkaa kuruvi Irai thedudhae …ooo
Pasiyodu manusa koottam veliyerudhae

Poththakkalliyum mulluthachadhum Poththu ozhugumae paalu
Kaalangaalamaa azhudhu theethuttom Kannil illaiyae neeru
Vaattum panjathil kokku kaala pol Vaththi pochchaiyaa vaazhvu
Koottam koottamaa vaazha pogirom Kooda varugudhae saavu

O sengaadae Sirukaradae poi varavaa
O kaadugalae Kalligalae poi varavaa

Vilaiyaadha kaatta vittu Vilaiyaanda veettai vittu
Vellandhiyaa veguli janam Veliyerudhae oo

Vaazhvodu kondu vidumo Saavodu kondu vidumo
Pogum dhesai sollaamalae Vazhi neeludhae

Uyirodu vaazhvadhu kooda Siru thunbamae hoo
Vayirodu vaazhvadhu thaanae Perundhunbamae

Pollaadha vidhiyum azhaikka Poromae panjam pozhaikka
Yaar meelvadho Yaar vaazhvadho
Yaar kandadhu

Paalam paalamaa Vedichu kedakkudhae
Paaduvpattavan boomi Vedicha boomiyil
Podhaikka paakkudhae Kedu kettavan saami

Puliyang kottaiya Avichu thunnuthaan
Pozhachu kedakkudhu meni Panjam pozhaikkavum
Pasiya theerkkavum Pacha boomiya kaami

O sengaadae Sirukaradae poi varavaa
O kaadugalae Kalligalae poi varavaa

Hoo ooo ooo hoo ooo oo

Kaalodu sarala kizhikka Kannodu puzhudhi adikka
Oor thaandiyae oor thediyae Oor pogudhae

Karuvelangaadu kadandhu Kalloothu medum kadandhu
Oor seralaam usur serumaa Vazhiyillaiyae

Kangaani pecha nambi Sanam pogudhae hoo
O nandugala koottikondu Nari pogudhae

Udal mattum mudhaleedaaga Oru nooru sanam poraaga
Uyir meelumo udal meelumo Yaar kandadhu

Poththakkalliyum mulluthachadhum Poththu ozhugumae paalu
Kaalangaalamaa azhudhu theethuttom Kannil illaiyae neeru
Vaattum panjathil kokku kaala pol Vaththi pochchaiyaa vaazhvu
Koottam koottamaa vaazha pogirom Kooda varugudhae saavu

O sengaadae Sirukaradae poi varavaa
O kaadugalae Kalligalae poi varavaa

Sudu sudu kaadu vittu Pogira ponanga pola
Sana sana sanangalellaam Pogudhu paadhai mela
Ullooril kaakkaa kuruvi Irai thedudhae …ooo
Pasiyodu manusa koottam veliyerudhae

Ooooooo.ooooo…ooo Ooooooo…ooo…ooo…

Poththakkalliyum mulluthachadhum Poththu ozhugumae paalu
Kaalangaalamaa azhudhu theethuttom Kannil illaiyae neeru
Vaattum panjathil kokku kaala pol Vaththi pochchaiyaa vaazhvu
Koottam koottamaa vaazha pogirom Kooda varugudhae saavu

Ooooooo.ooooo…ooo Ooooooo…ooo.

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Sengaade" from the movie 'Paradesi' is a poignant lament of a community forced to migrate due to severe famine and poverty. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of desperation, as people leave their ancestral lands and homes, not knowing if they will find life or death on their journey. The imagery of "corpses leaving the burning hot forest" and "life withered like a crane's leg" powerfully conveys the extent of their suffering and the grim reality of their exodus. The song questions fate and the indifference of a "wicked god," highlighting the stark contrast between the natural world (crows and sparrows finding food) and the human struggle for survival.

The song further delves into the exploitation faced by these vulnerable people. They are led by an "overseer" (Kangaani), likened to a fox leading crabs, suggesting deceit and impending doom. With only their bodies as capital, hundreds embark on a perilous journey, their future uncertain. The repeated plea to "show us green land" underscores their desperate search for sustenance and a place to live. "Sengaade" is a powerful narrative of human resilience against overwhelming odds, the pain of displacement, and the enduring hope for a better life, even as death looms large.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Sengaade?

Sengaade is sung by மது பாலகிருஷ்ணன்.

Which movie is Sengaade from?

The song Sengaade is featured in the movie Paradesi.

Who wrote the lyrics for Sengaade?

The lyrics for Sengaade were written by Vairamuthu with music composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar.

Is English translation available for Sengaade lyrics?

Yes! Sengaade lyrics from Paradesi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Sengaade lyrics?

The song "Sengaade" from the movie 'Paradesi' is a poignant lament of a community forced to migrate due to severe famine and poverty. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of desperation, as people leave their ancestral lands and homes, not knowing if they will find life or death on their journey. The imagery of "corpses leaving the burning hot forest" and "life withered like a crane's leg" powerfully conveys the extent of their suffering and the grim reality of their exodus. The song questions fate and the indifference of a "wicked god," highlighting the stark contrast between the natural world (crows and sparrows finding food) and the human struggle for survival. The song further delves into the exploitation faced by these vulnerable people. They are led by an "overseer" (Kangaani), likened to a fox leading crabs, suggesting deceit and impending doom. With only their bodies as capital, hundreds embark on a perilous journey, their future uncertain. The repeated plea to "show us green land" underscores their desperate search for sustenance and a place to live. "Sengaade" is a powerful narrative of human resilience against overwhelming odds, the pain of displacement, and the enduring hope for a better life, even as death looms large.

Song Details

Song NameSengaade
Singersமது பாலகிருஷ்ணன்
LyricistVairamuthu
LanguageTamil

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