Kaaval Deivam features Raajagopal and Shanmuga Sundari in a folk devotional by lyricist Nellai Arulmani and composer G. Devarajan. The track uses call-and-response patterns to address a village deity. Vocalists express awe through trembling descriptions of divine power.
Ayyan Enbom Appan
Krishnamoorthy | Raajagopal • From “Kaaval Deivam”
Lyricist
Nellai Arulmani
Composer
G. Devarajan
Kaaval Deivam’s Ayyan Enbom Appan Tamil Lyrics English Translation
Nellai Arulmani first mentions fearsome imagery like fire-flashing eyes and goat sacrifices. He later clarifies the deity’s sword targets liars and scoundrels exclusively. This resolution shifts the song from tension to divine justice assurance.
Aiyan Enbom Appan EnbomWe call you Lord, we call you Father
Amaam Appan EnbomYes, we call you Father
Aadhisivan Needhaan EnbomWe say you’re the Primal Shiva himself
Amaam Needhaan EnbomYes, we say it’s you
Vishnu EnbomWe call you Vishnu
Bhramman EnbomWe call you Brahma
Vel Muruganum Needhaan EnbomWe say you’re Murugan with the spear too
Ennillaa DeivangalCountless gods
Ethanaiyo IrundhaalumThough many may exist
Mannulagilae NeedhaaneIn this world, it’s only you
En Manadhilae VaazhgindraaiWho lives within my heart
The Kaaval Deivam lyrics translation presents Ayyanaar as protector of moral order. Listeners find English lyrics meaning focused on punishing evil, not harming innocents. G. Devarajan’s rustic rhythm supports this ethical framework.