Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama Lyrics
From the movie Pei Veedu
Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama Song Lyrics is the track from Pei Veedu Tamil Film – 1984. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. சைலஜா. The music was composed by Shankar Ganesh. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
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Haeithanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Thappaama thaalaththa pottu
Thappaama thaalaththa pottu Sangeetha nyaanaththai kaattu
Adhukkuththaan idhukkunnu irukkuthu
Thanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Aalaiyitta sengarumbu Aakki vitta sittherumbbu
Vaada unnai theda Kaakka vachchu paakkuriyae
Kamanai pol thaakkuriyae neethaan adhu yaenthaan
Kaiyodu ennai nee thaangu Nenjodu ennai nee vaangu
Kaiyodu ennai nee thaangu Nenjodu ennai nee vaangu
Ullaasam sallaabam ellaamae Inneram nerunga nerungaththaan
Thanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Thappaama thaalaththa pottu Ha sangeetha nyaanaththai kaattu
Adhukkuththaan idhukkunnu irukkuthu
Thanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Yaer marantha senkazhani Thaer marantha thenpazhani
Yaeththukkanum kaiyanaichchu Saeththukkanum mei anaichchu maadhu adangaathu
Nallaaththaan paaduvaen paattu Ellorum aadanum kettu
Nallaaththaan paaduvaen paattu Ellorum aadanum kettu
Thenpaandi themmaangu Naan paada nee kelu vidiya vidiyaththaan
Thanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Thappaama thaalaththa pottu
Thappaama thaalaththa pottu Sangeetha nyaanaththai kaattu
Adhukkuththaan idhukkunnu irukkuthu
Thanjavur maththaalam Thattaamal vittaalae paavam
Achchaaram vaikkaatha machchanae Un melae kovam
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a playful and teasing plea from a woman to her lover, expressing her impatience and desire for him to initiate intimacy. She uses the metaphor of the 'Thanjavur Mathalam' (a traditional drum) to represent herself and her readiness for love, implying it's a 'sin' if he doesn't 'play' it. Her frustration stems from his hesitation, as she feels he hasn't made a proper 'advance' or commitment. She urges him to show his 'musical knowledge' – a euphemism for his prowess in love – as everything is perfectly aligned for their union.
The lyrics further elaborate on her yearning, comparing herself to ripe sugarcane waiting to be processed, while he, like Kamadeva (the god of love), torments her with desire yet keeps his distance. She explicitly asks him to embrace her physically and emotionally, stating that the time for joy and intimacy is now. The song culminates in her assertive declaration that she won't be contained, comparing her need for him to a field needing a plough or a temple needing its chariot. She promises a night of enchanting music and joy, inviting him to partake until dawn, subtly hinting at the passionate night she envisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama?
Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama is sung by எஸ். பி. சைலஜா.
Which movie is Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama from?
The song Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama is featured in the movie Pei Veedu.
Who wrote the lyrics for Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama?
The lyrics for Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama were written by Vaali with music composed by Shankar Ganesh.
Is English translation available for Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama lyrics?
Yes! Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama lyrics from Pei Veedu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Thanjavur Mathalam Thattama lyrics?
This song is a playful and teasing plea from a woman to her lover, expressing her impatience and desire for him to initiate intimacy. She uses the metaphor of the 'Thanjavur Mathalam' (a traditional drum) to represent herself and her readiness for love, implying it's a 'sin' if he doesn't 'play' it. Her frustration stems from his hesitation, as she feels he hasn't made a proper 'advance' or commitment. She urges him to show his 'musical knowledge' – a euphemism for his prowess in love – as everything is perfectly aligned for their union. The lyrics further elaborate on her yearning, comparing herself to ripe sugarcane waiting to be processed, while he, like Kamadeva (the god of love), torments her with desire yet keeps his distance. She explicitly asks him to embrace her physically and emotionally, stating that the time for joy and intimacy is now. The song culminates in her assertive declaration that she won't be contained, comparing her need for him to a field needing a plough or a temple needing its chariot. She promises a night of enchanting music and joy, inviting him to partake until dawn, subtly hinting at the passionate night she envisions.
