Madhu Balakrishnan sings ‘Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana,’ a heartfelt tribute to Alappuzha. Aswin Krishna writes the lyrics, while Sibu Sukumaran composes the melody. The song takes listeners on a journey through the beauty and spirit of this coastal town.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana
Madhu Balakrishnan • From “Kumbarees”
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Lyrics Translation (from “Kumbarees”)
The lyrics poetically describe Alappuzha, mentioning women who smile ‘like sparkling hailstones’ and men who ‘would give their very hearts to you.’ The songwriter highlights the town’s iconic snake boats, the rhythm of traditional drums, and the unity of its people.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Pennungal Ulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with women who smile like sparkling hailstones.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Chanku Pari Chanki Thaneedunnoraanungalulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with men who would give their very hearts to you.
Chankaayi Cherunnorulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with people who stay close to your heart.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Pennungal Ulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with women who smile like sparkling hailstones.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Chanku Pari Chanki Thaneedunnoraanungalulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with men who would give their very hearts to you.
Chankaayi Cherunnorulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with people who stay close to your heart.
Aazhithiramaalaka Chelode Aadikkalikkana NaadaaneIt’s a land where sea waves dance and play with grace.
Aalappuzha Enee Naadinu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Punnamadakkayalilvallangal Paanju Kuthikkana NaadaaneIt’s a land where boats sprint across the Punnamada Lake.
Chundante Thalayeduppulla NaadaaneA land that holds the majestic pride of the snake boat.
Karuthamma Kandu Premichooru Pareekkutteede NaadaaneIt’s the land of Pareekutty, whom ‘Karuthamma’ loved.
Aalappuzha Enee Naadinu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Pattanathinnazhaku Koottana Paalangalulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with bridges that enhance the town’s beauty.
Paalathinu Chelotha Perulla NaadaaneA land with a bridge that bears a graceful name.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Pennungal Ulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with women who smile like sparkling hailstones.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Chanku Pari Chanki Thaneedunnoraanungalulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with men who would give their very hearts to you.
Chankaayi Cherunnorulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with people who stay close to your heart.
Mathamennu Jaathiyennillaathe Manushyarulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land where humans live without caste or religion.
Aalappuzha Enee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Kaarirumbin Karuthullorude Karauli NaadaaneIt’s a land of strong workers with the strength of iron.
Kadalinte Makkalumulloru NaadaaneA land that is also home to the children of the sea.
Nira Nira Kuttanaadum Kasavitta Kumarakavum AvaludeWith the overflowing Kuttanad and the draped beauty of Kumarakom.
Azhaku NirayaveAs beauty fills up everywhere.
Thakiladi Thimila ThaalaamaayWith the rhythm of the ‘Thakil’ and ‘Thimila’ drums.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Pennungal Ulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with women who smile like sparkling hailstones.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Chanku Pari Chanki Thaneedunnoraanungalulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with men who would give their very hearts to you.
Chankaayi Cherunnorulloru NaadaaneIt’s a land with people who stay close to your heart.
Aazhithiramaalaka Chelode Aadikkalikkana NaadaaneIt’s a land where sea waves dance and play with grace.
Aalappuzha Enee Naadinu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Punnamadakkayalilvallangal Paanju Kuthikkana NaadaaneIt’s a land where boats sprint across the Punnamada Lake.
Chundante Thalayeduppulla NaadaaneA land that holds the majestic pride of the snake boat.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Aalappuzha Ennee Naadininu PeraaneThis land is named Alappuzha.
Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana Music Video
The lyrics of ‘Aalippazham Pole Chirikkana’ celebrate the charm and culture of Alappuzha. This Malayalam song features Madhu Balakrishnan and is part of the album ‘Kumbarees.’