Tum Ho

This song has been running on loop for the past few days on all my devices. Absolutely magical. Mohit Chauhan can do wonders with his voice. ARR takes your breath away with such mesmerizing melody.

Tamil Lyrics – Tamizha Tamizha – Roja

This post is a part of my new Tamil Lyrics series, which provides you with lyrics of famous and/or latest Tamil songs. Tamil cinema has some of the most talented lyricists who stir the hearts of music lovers creating a deep memorable impact on them. If you would like to have a song’s lyrics included here, please contact me.

This being the first post in the series, I wish to begin with one of my favorite songs. Its a patriotic song from the movie Roja which is also the debut movie of my favorite composer ARR.

Movie Name – Roja

Composer      - A.R.Rahman

Lyricist           – Vairamuthu

Tamizha Tamizha naalai nam naalae
Tamizha Tamizha naadum nam naadae (2)
En veedu thaai tamil nadu endrae sollada
En naamam Indian endrae endrum nillada
Tamizha Tamizha naalai nam naalae
Tamizha Tamizha naadum nam naadae

Nilam maaralaam kunam ondru dhaan
Idam maaralaam nilam ondru dhaan
Mozhi maaralaam porul ondru dhaan
Kali maaralaam kodi ondru dhaan
Dhisai maaralaam nilam ondru dhaan
Isai maaralaam mozhi ondru dhaan
Nam India motham ondru dhaan vaa…

Tamizha Tamizha kangal kalangaadhey
Vidiyum vidiyum ullam mayangaadhey
Tamizha Tamizha kangal kalangaadhey
Vidiyum vidiyum ullam mayangaadhey
Unakkullae indhiya raththam undaa illaiya?
Ondraana bharatham unnai kaakkum illaiya
Tamizha Tamizha naalai nam naalae
Tamizha Tamizha naadum nam naadae

Nava bharadham podhuvaanadhu
Idhu vaervaiyaal uruvaanadhu
Pala desamo edhuvaanathu
Athnaal idhu uruvaanathu
Subha dhandamaai valuvaanathu
Ada vaalibaa idhai velvathu
Ithu mannilaa privenbadhu vaa….

A R Rahman

The name needs no introduction. From humble beginnings in Chennai, this man now rules the music empire. He made the world listen to Indian music. Even though he is a quiet guy he commands respect from musicians and music lovers. He has great technical expertise. He knows what his fans expect and connects well with all his audience. His music has changed the face of music in India. He is a guy who keeps changing well with time and brings out the best.

Well, for a music freak like me ARR is the Lord. Even after listening to his creation innumerable number of times one would never get tired. It is a magical experience. It boosts the spirits of everyone.

Many say “What’s life without music?”. Even I agree with that but I would like to add – “What’s music without ARR?” This was proved at our cultural fest, Festember too. Most of the events had the participants either singing ARR hits or dancing to his tunes. Pro Nite was an event which saw two prominent personalities, Drummer Sivamani and Singer Karthik performing at NIT Trichy. The 1hr long solo concert by Sivamani had him performing to various evergreen tunes of ARR. It was a truly interactive experience with his playing dexterity shining through. Even the next concert by singer Karthik had him singing from the diverse collection of ARR Hits. Truly, music is nothing without ARR.

Tamil Remix of the Year – 2007

2007 saw a lot of Remixes of old Tamil hits. Starting of the trend this year was Vasantha Mullai from Pokkiri. Then came remixes like Yeh Aatha in Malaikottai, Pon Magal in Azhagiya Tamil Magan, Engeyum Eppothum in Pollathavan, Andru Vanthathum in Kannamoochi Enadaa. The remake of 1980 classic Billa in 2007 had remix of two of the songs from the original – My name is Billa and Vethalaiya Pottendi.

“”The Verdict”"
My ranking of these remixes would be:

7. Andru Vanthathum – Ranked last coz of the blunder Yuvan had done in remixing this song.

6. Yeh Aatha – A lot of energy has been added to the song to make it great and entertaining.

5. Vethalaiya Pottendi - Shankar Mahadevan’s voice rocks.

4. My name is Billa – The original with some rap and guitar interludes.

3. Engeyum Eppothum – Yogi B has given the song a new feel. SPB is great in the song.

2. Vasantha Mullai – The tune of the original is maintained but lyrics of this song had been changed to suit the movie.

1. Pon Magal Vanthaal – A.R.Rahman’s magic has worked yet again. Though the song is just for about 3 mins, it has been mixed well and presented well.