Vellikizhamai Raathiri Lyrics
From the movie Thangaikaga
Vellikizhamai Raathiri Song Lyrics is the track from Thangaikaga Tamil Film – 1971, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Lakshmi, Major Sundarrajan, K R Vijaya. This song was sung by எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Vellikkizhamai raththiri neram Kolkatavil nadanthathu ondru
Ooraengum per pettra thirudan pidipattaan Thirudan pidipattaan
Vellikkizhamai raththiri neram Kolkatavil nadanthathu ondru
Ooraengum per pettra thirudan pidipattaan Thirudan pidipattaan
Maanikka maaligal kollai adiththaan
Maangani pol oru pennai pidiththaan
Maanikka maaligal kollai adiththaan
Maangani pol oru pennai pidiththaan
Vellam polae selvam kandu Ullam kaliththaan
Kannam thottum kinnam thottum Innum vaazhgindraan
Vellikkizhamai raththiri neram Kolkatavil nadanthathu ondru
Ooraengum per pettra thirudan pidipattaan Thirudan pidipattaan
Kaaththiruntha oruththi kannadichathaalae
Vesham ittu veeran vanthu neram paarththaanaam
Kaaththiruntha oruththi kannadichathaalae
Vesham ittu veeran vanthu neram paarththaanaam
Kaaththiruntha neram pakkam vanthathendru
Kalvar thammai kaithu seithu kaval vaiththaanaam
Vellikkizhamai raththiri neram Kolkatavil nadanthathu ondru
Ooraengum per pettra thirudan pidipattaan Thirudan pidipattaan
Kanmani veettinil kaaththu kidanthaal
Kadhalan vanthathum katti pidiththaal
Kanmani veettinil kaaththu kidanthaal
Kadhalan vanthathum katti pidiththaal
Kannam thannai killi killi Kaayam padaiththaal
Kaalai kozhi koovum mattum Kadhal koduththaal
Vellikkizhamai raththiri neram Kolkatavil nadanthathu ondru
Ooraengum per pettra thirudan pidipattaan Thirudan pidipattaan
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song from "Thangaikaga" is a playful narrative that cleverly uses the metaphor of a "thief" to describe a lover. It starts by setting a scene in Kolkata on a Friday night where a famous thief is caught. The initial verses describe this thief as someone who steals ruby necklaces and captures a beautiful woman, reveling in his "wealth." This sets up a seemingly straightforward crime story, hinting at a daring escapade.
However, the song then subtly shifts, revealing the true nature of the "thief" and the "capture." The "waiting woman" winks, and a "hero" (the lover) comes in disguise. The "thieves" who are arrested are not literal criminals but perhaps the lover's own inhibitions or the obstacles to their union. The final verses confirm this romantic interpretation: the "darling" waits for her lover, embraces him, and they share a night of passionate love until dawn, with her playfully "pinching cheeks" and leaving "marks." The song thus uses a crime narrative as a charming allegory for a clandestine, passionate romance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Vellikizhamai Raathiri?
Vellikizhamai Raathiri is sung by எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி.
Which movie is Vellikizhamai Raathiri from?
The song Vellikizhamai Raathiri is featured in the movie Thangaikaga.
Who wrote the lyrics for Vellikizhamai Raathiri?
The lyrics for Vellikizhamai Raathiri were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Viswanathan.
Is English translation available for Vellikizhamai Raathiri lyrics?
Yes! Vellikizhamai Raathiri lyrics from Thangaikaga include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Vellikizhamai Raathiri lyrics?
This song from "Thangaikaga" is a playful narrative that cleverly uses the metaphor of a "thief" to describe a lover. It starts by setting a scene in Kolkata on a Friday night where a famous thief is caught. The initial verses describe this thief as someone who steals ruby necklaces and captures a beautiful woman, reveling in his "wealth." This sets up a seemingly straightforward crime story, hinting at a daring escapade. However, the song then subtly shifts, revealing the true nature of the "thief" and the "capture." The "waiting woman" winks, and a "hero" (the lover) comes in disguise. The "thieves" who are arrested are not literal criminals but perhaps the lover's own inhibitions or the obstacles to their union. The final verses confirm this romantic interpretation: the "darling" waits for her lover, embraces him, and they share a night of passionate love until dawn, with her playfully "pinching cheeks" and leaving "marks." The song thus uses a crime narrative as a charming allegory for a clandestine, passionate romance.
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