Kanimaa Lyrics English Translation is a new Tamil song from the album Retro (Tamil). The song features Santhosh Narayanan as the singer, along with The Indian Choral Ensemble. The lyrics were written by Vivek, and the music was composed by Santhosh Narayanan himself. The song is a blend of soulful music and powerful vocals, making it a memorable piece. The title “Kanimaa” in Tamil translates to “Divinity” or “Sacredness” in English. It refers to something that embodies purity, holiness, or divine qualities.
The song is directed by Karthik Subbaraj, starring Pooja Hegde and Suriya. The music video and the song are visually stunning, with both lead actors bringing depth and emotion to their performances. Released under the T-Series label, “Kanimaa” has quickly become a fan favorite for its emotional depth.
Kanimaa Lyrics English Translation - Retro | Suriya x Pooja Hegde
Damma ey kattumalli
Damma, oh fragrant jasmine!
Ey amma ey kanagamalli
Oh mother, oh golden flower!
Kumma ey vaaychamalli
Oh, blooming jasmine in the mouth!
Hey ey ey hey en kanima
Hey hey hey, my dear Kanima!
Kanimaa
Kanima (a term of endearment)
Aasai pada vachaa
When you develop a desire,
Aala visa vachane ey maapilla
You set your heart on it, oh groom!
Pola iru machaan aada vara vachane ey unnaathan ey
Be strong, brother! You are brought here to dance, oh dear!
Mayilattam irukku malar koodai maamanukka
There is a peacock dance, and a flower basket for the groom.
Ey para poo vara kai seera en veera
Hey, bring the grand flowers, my warrior!
Ey nethiyil nilavattam
Oh, the forehead shines like the moon!
Vachavan suravattam
The one who placed it is a champion!
Ottu motha thenmavattam
The entire southern district!
Osak katti vandhu nikkattum
Let them all gather in unity!
Ey pange ey purra purra
Hey partner, come on, come on!
Aathi santhana katta
The sacred sandalwood is set!
Aattam bambara katta
The spinning dance begins!
Patha vetchidum pattase
Like a bursting firecracker!
Patha paalada namma raja velada
Move aside! Our king is arriving!
Ring da nammoda hey hey
Get ready, let’s go, hey hey!
Hey trumpet ey podra
Hey, play the trumpet!
Kumma yemma summa kanima
Dance and enjoy, dear Kanima!
Yaaradi un tholile kan pogudhe thapa therile
Who is it that makes your shoulders shine? The chariot is unstoppable!
Man vaazhthidum kodi perile rendu maayame
Two great dreams bloom in this land!
Indre kaigal korkuthe
Today, hands are clapping together!
Kattodudhaan poga parkuthe
It looks like a grand procession!
Sollaamal avvanaaye kaathalakkuthe
Without saying a word, love is blooming!
Pange konjo kuttu pange
Come closer, partner! Let’s dance!
Ey kattumalli damma
Oh fragrant jasmine, Damma!
Ey kaangamalli kumma
Oh golden flower, dance!
Ey vaaychamalli summa
Oh fragrant jasmine, stand still!
Ey vadanammalli
Oh fresh jasmine!
Mayilattam irukku malar koodai maamanukka
The peacock dance is set, the flower basket is ready for the groom!
Ey para poo vara kai seera en maara
Bring the flowers, extend your hand, my hero!
Ey nethiyil nilavattam
The moonlight on the forehead!
Vachavan suravattam
The one who set it is a warrior!
Ottu motha thenmavattam
The whole southern district!
Osak katti vandhu nikkattum
Let them all gather together!
Kanima
Kanima (a beloved name)
Aathi santhana katta aattam bambara katta
The sacred sandalwood is set, the spinning dance begins!
Patha vetchidum pattase
Like a bursting firecracker!
Patha paalada namma raja velada
Move aside! Our king is arriving!
Ring da nammoda hey hey
Get ready, let’s go, hey hey!
Hey trumpet inna
Hey, play the trumpet!
Ottu motha thenmavattam
The entire southern district!
Turra ey ey rapta ey
Turra! Hey, it’s time to party!
Turra turra adra turra turra kanima
Turra! Dance, my dear Kanima!
Ethivide damma merattavide kumma
Shake it up, Damma! Stun them, Kumma!
Melavide yemma perattavide kanima
Rise high, dear Kanima!
Vuda vuda vuda vuda vuda vuda vudatha
Come on, come on, let’s go!
Vuda vuda vuda vuda vuda vuda vudatha
Come on, come on, let’s go!
Music Video
Song Credits
| Song: | Kanimaa |
| Movie/Album: | Retro (Tamil) |
| Singer: | Santhosh Narayanan , The Indian Choral Ensemble |
| Lyrics: | Vivek |
| Music: | Santhosh Narayanan |
| Starring: | Pooja Hegde , Suriya |
| Label: | T-Series |
