Thanni Thotti Cover Art

Thanni Thotti Lyrics

From the movie Sindhu Bhairavi

Thanni Thotti Song Lyrics is the track from Sindhu Bhairavi Tamil Film – 1985, Starring Sivakumar, Suhasini Maniratnam, Sulakshana, Delhi Ganesh, Janagaraj, Prathap Pothan, T. S. Raghavendra, Manimala, Kavithalayaa Krishnan, Sivachandran. This song was sung by கே.ஜே. யேசுதாஸ். 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

கய
Singerகே.ஜே. யேசுதாஸ்

{ Hey thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan } (2)
Intha sooriyan vazhuki sethil vizhunthathu maami
En kannai katti kaatila vittathu saami saami saami
{ Saarayathai oothu jannala thaan saathu } (2)

{ Hey thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan } (2)

{ Putti thottathaala puthi kettu ponen
Oorukaya konda unnaiyum thottukuren } (2)

{ Adada rammu vantha raagam varum konda
Ithuvum pathathamma kondadi andaa } (2)

Maharaja pichai kettu ingu paaduran Ennai paarthu kopai thallaadum
Kaasu theernthaalae kanneerum kallaagum

Thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan
Hey thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan

Intha sooriyan vazhuki sethil vizhunthathu maami
Hey kannai katti kaatila vittathu saami saami saami
{ Saarayathai oothu jannala thaan saathu } (2)

{ Hey thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan } (2)

{ Innum konjam oothu sruthi konjam aethu
Mooku vazhi vantha oothuratha niruthu } (2)
{ Ennaku raagam ellam thanni patta paadu
Innaiku dappankuthu kacheri kelu } (2)

Oru raagam thisai maari isai maaruthu Maanam pochu gaanam pogathu
Rosham paarthalae pothai thaan aerathu

{ Thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan } (2)
Intha sooriyan vazhuki sethil vizhunthathu maami
En kannai katti kaatila vittathu saami saami saami
{ Saarayathai oothu un jannala thaan saathu } (2)

{ Thanni thotti thedi vantha kannukutti naan } (2)
Intha sooriyan vazhuki sethil vizhunthathu maami
En kannai katti kaatila vittathu saami saami saami

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Thanni Thotti" from 'Sindhu Bhairavi' is a poignant portrayal of a classical musician's descent into alcoholism and despair. The protagonist, a once-revered artist, now finds solace only in drink, lamenting his lost glory and the cruel hand of fate. He metaphorically calls himself a "calf searching for a water trough," indicating his desperate need for alcohol. The lyrics express his self-awareness of his ruined state ("lost my sense because I touched the bottle") but also a defiant clinging to his art, even if it's now reduced to a "Dappankuthu concert" instead of classical ragas.

Despite his personal downfall and loss of honor, he asserts that his music will endure. The song captures the raw emotion of a talented individual grappling with addiction, societal judgment, and the internal conflict between his artistic soul and his destructive habits. It's a powerful narrative about the fragility of fame, the solace sought in escapism, and the enduring spirit of art even amidst personal ruin, highlighting the tragic consequences of a life derailed by circumstances and choices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Thanni Thotti?

Thanni Thotti is sung by கே.ஜே. யேசுதாஸ்.

Which movie is Thanni Thotti from?

The song Thanni Thotti is featured in the movie Sindhu Bhairavi.

Who wrote the lyrics for Thanni Thotti?

The lyrics for Thanni Thotti were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Thanni Thotti lyrics?

Yes! Thanni Thotti lyrics from Sindhu Bhairavi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Thanni Thotti lyrics?

The song "Thanni Thotti" from 'Sindhu Bhairavi' is a poignant portrayal of a classical musician's descent into alcoholism and despair. The protagonist, a once-revered artist, now finds solace only in drink, lamenting his lost glory and the cruel hand of fate. He metaphorically calls himself a "calf searching for a water trough," indicating his desperate need for alcohol. The lyrics express his self-awareness of his ruined state ("lost my sense because I touched the bottle") but also a defiant clinging to his art, even if it's now reduced to a "Dappankuthu concert" instead of classical ragas. Despite his personal downfall and loss of honor, he asserts that his music will endure. The song captures the raw emotion of a talented individual grappling with addiction, societal judgment, and the internal conflict between his artistic soul and his destructive habits. It's a powerful narrative about the fragility of fame, the solace sought in escapism, and the enduring spirit of art even amidst personal ruin, highlighting the tragic consequences of a life derailed by circumstances and choices.

Song Details

Song NameThanni Thotti
Singersகே.ஜே. யேசுதாஸ்
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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