
Vela Vela Ellorukkum Lyrics
From the movie Pick Pocket
Vela Vela Ellorukkum Song Lyrics is the track from Pick Pocket Tamil Film – 1989, Starring Sathyaraj, Radha, S. S. Chandran, Livingston, Silk Smitha, Sathyajith. This song was sung by இளையராஜா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Isaignani Ilayaraja.
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Velaiyai thedi alaindhalaindhu Naalellaam kalaithu aluthu
Vaetti vilagiyadhu kooda theriyaamal Thoongum vaaliba ilainjargalae
Ithanai naatkal pularndhadhu polae Indraiya pozhudhum vidindhadhu
Seekkiram yezhuveer ellorum serndhae Velichathil velaiyai theduvom
Velai velai ellorkkum undu Velai indri yaarum illae
Kaalai maalai vandhu pogum Aanaalum velai
Vandhu vandhu povadhillai Kaala kaalamaaga ingu
Ella uyirkkum Velai undu velai undu
Nyaalam ennum solai thannil Vandhu paaru
Hae velai velai Ellorkkum undu
Velai indri yaarum illae
{Padikkum podhu paadam kooda
Adhuvum velai thaan Veliyil vandhu alaindhu thedum
Adhuvum velai thaan} (2)
{Pennai thedum Adhuvum velai
Kaadhalitthaal Adhuvum velai
Thaali kattu Adhuvum velai
Kuzhandhai petraal Adhuvum velai} (2)
Summaa ukkaarndhu Somberiyaai irundha podhum
Munnaalum pinnaalum Mookkaalae moochizhukka venum
Adhuvum velai idhuvum velai Edhuvum velai
Velai velai ellorkkum undu Velai indri yaarum illae
Kaalai maalai vandhu pogum Aanaalum velai
Vandhu vandhu povadhillai Kaala kaalamaaga ingu
Ella uyirkkum Velai undu velai undu
Nyaalam ennum solai thannil Vandhu paaru
Hae velai velai Ellorkkum undu
Velai indri yaarum illae
{Carai thudaikkum cleaner Andha melai naattilae
Yevvalavo dollor ulla Multi millonaire} (2)
{Panam irukkum Oruvan ingu
Aadum aattam Ennavendru
Anaivarukkum Theriyum theriyum
Adhuvum enna Velai velai} (2)
Uyarvum thaazhvenna Yedukkindra kolgai thannil podaa
Melum keezhenna Seigindra velai thannil podaa
Adhuvum velai idhuvum velai Edhuvum velai
Velai velai ellorkkum undu Velai indri yaarum illae
Kaalai maalai vandhu pogum Aanaalum velai
Vandhu vandhu povadhillai Kaala kaalamaaga ingu
Ella uyirkkum Velai undu velai undu
Nyaalam ennum solai thannil Vandhu paaru
{Velai velai Ellorkkum undu
Velai indri yaarum illae} (2)
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Vela Vela Ellorukkum" is a philosophical and motivational anthem that redefines the concept of 'work'. It begins by addressing young men who are exhausted from searching for employment, urging them to wake up and seek opportunities. The core message is that work is an inherent part of existence for every living being, not just a paid occupation. It emphasizes that from the moment we are born until we breathe our last, every action, every phase of life – from studying and searching for a partner to raising a family and even simply breathing – constitutes 'work'.
The lyrics challenge societal notions of 'high' and 'low' work, or the perceived status associated with different professions. It draws a parallel between a car cleaner and a multi-millionaire, suggesting that both are engaged in their respective 'work'. The song ultimately promotes a holistic view of life as a continuous process of engagement and activity, asserting that no one is truly without work in the grand scheme of the world. It's a call to embrace all aspects of life as purposeful endeavors, fostering a sense of dignity in every action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Vela Vela Ellorukkum?
Vela Vela Ellorukkum is sung by இளையராஜா.
Which movie is Vela Vela Ellorukkum from?
The song Vela Vela Ellorukkum is featured in the movie Pick Pocket.
Who wrote the lyrics for Vela Vela Ellorukkum?
The lyrics for Vela Vela Ellorukkum were written by Isaignani Ilayaraja with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Vela Vela Ellorukkum lyrics?
Yes! Vela Vela Ellorukkum lyrics from Pick Pocket include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Vela Vela Ellorukkum lyrics?
The song "Vela Vela Ellorukkum" is a philosophical and motivational anthem that redefines the concept of 'work'. It begins by addressing young men who are exhausted from searching for employment, urging them to wake up and seek opportunities. The core message is that work is an inherent part of existence for every living being, not just a paid occupation. It emphasizes that from the moment we are born until we breathe our last, every action, every phase of life – from studying and searching for a partner to raising a family and even simply breathing – constitutes 'work'. The lyrics challenge societal notions of 'high' and 'low' work, or the perceived status associated with different professions. It draws a parallel between a car cleaner and a multi-millionaire, suggesting that both are engaged in their respective 'work'. The song ultimately promotes a holistic view of life as a continuous process of engagement and activity, asserting that no one is truly without work in the grand scheme of the world. It's a call to embrace all aspects of life as purposeful endeavors, fostering a sense of dignity in every action.
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