Thanjavuru Maadathi Cover Art

Thanjavuru Maadathi Lyrics

From the movie Vaagai Sooda Vaa

Thanjavuru Maadathi Song Lyrics is the track from Vaagai Sooda Vaa Tamil Film – 2011, Starring Vimal, Iniya, Thambi Ramaiah, Ponvannan, K. Bhagyaraj, Elango Kumaravel, Sathish, Soori, Thennavan. This song was sung by ஜெயமூர்த்தி. The music was composed by M. Ghibran. Lyrics works penned by Ve.Ramaswamy.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

MG
Music DirectorM. Ghibran
V
LyricistVe.Ramaswamy

Singers

ஜ
Singerஜெயமூர்த்தி

Star Cast

Thanjavuru maadathi Pampara konda maadathi
Vengala thonda maadathi Ava kunthaniyaam maadathi

Kaalikkaatu ooda mela Maadu mecha maadathi
Kaatukkula kandeduthaa Kaada mutta maadathi

Sayangkaalam veedu vanthae Vega vacha maadathi
Puncha poona mamangaaran Thinga vanthan maadathiaaaaaa…

Puncha poona mamangaaran Thinga vanthan maadathi
Thinga vantha mamangaaran Oodi poonan maadathi
Aamampaanaiyil neenthunathu athu Paampukunju maadathi
Kaatilava eduthathu Paambu mutta maadathi
Hahahahahaha

En thanjavuru maadathi Pampara konda maadathi
Vengala thonda maadathi Ava kunthaniyaam maadathi

Song Meaning & Analysis

This folk song paints a vivid picture of a strong, rustic village girl named Maadathi from Thanjavur. The lyrics describe her distinctive appearance, with her hair tied in a 'pampara kondai' (a top-knot resembling a spinning top), and her robust nature, likened to having a 'bronze-like throat' and being 'kunthani' (sturdy/strong). The initial verses establish her daily life, grazing cattle in the thorny forest, setting a scene of simple, rural existence.

The narrative then takes a humorous turn, recounting an incident where Maadathi finds what she believes to be a quail's egg in the forest and boils it. Her uncle, waking up, comes to eat it, only to discover that what was swimming in the pot was not a quail chick but a baby snake, causing him to flee in fright. This comical twist highlights the innocence and occasional mishaps of village life, delivered with a playful tone that is characteristic of traditional folk songs, celebrating both the resilience and the lightheartedness of rural characters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Thanjavuru Maadathi?

Thanjavuru Maadathi is sung by ஜெயமூர்த்தி.

Which movie is Thanjavuru Maadathi from?

The song Thanjavuru Maadathi is featured in the movie Vaagai Sooda Vaa.

Who wrote the lyrics for Thanjavuru Maadathi?

The lyrics for Thanjavuru Maadathi were written by Ve.Ramaswamy with music composed by M. Ghibran.

Is English translation available for Thanjavuru Maadathi lyrics?

Yes! Thanjavuru Maadathi lyrics from Vaagai Sooda Vaa include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Thanjavuru Maadathi lyrics?

This folk song paints a vivid picture of a strong, rustic village girl named Maadathi from Thanjavur. The lyrics describe her distinctive appearance, with her hair tied in a 'pampara kondai' (a top-knot resembling a spinning top), and her robust nature, likened to having a 'bronze-like throat' and being 'kunthani' (sturdy/strong). The initial verses establish her daily life, grazing cattle in the thorny forest, setting a scene of simple, rural existence. The narrative then takes a humorous turn, recounting an incident where Maadathi finds what she believes to be a quail's egg in the forest and boils it. Her uncle, waking up, comes to eat it, only to discover that what was swimming in the pot was not a quail chick but a baby snake, causing him to flee in fright. This comical twist highlights the innocence and occasional mishaps of village life, delivered with a playful tone that is characteristic of traditional folk songs, celebrating both the resilience and the lightheartedness of rural characters.

Song Details

Song NameThanjavuru Maadathi
Singersஜெயமூர்த்தி
LyricistVe.Ramaswamy
LanguageTamil

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