Benny Dayal and Vivek present ‘Chal Chakka’ from the ‘Gatta Kusthi’ album, composed by Justin Prabhakaran. Lyricist Vivek constructs a vibrant Tamil wedding celebration through rhythmic verses. The track blends traditional imagery with lively compliments directed at the bride.
Released: December 4, 2022
Chal Chakka
Benny Dayal | Vivek • From “Gatta Kusthi”
Gatta Kusthi’s Chal Chakka Tamil Lyrics English Meaning
Vivek compares the bride’s smile to a silk saree paired with a sparrow’s delicate charm. The groom observes her stepping on the grinding stone, a ritual symbolizing steadfastness, while likening her radiance to the Arundhati star.
Malaiyala KaraiyilaOn the shores of Kerala,
Valavirikkinna Karaleyou’re the sweetheart who’s cast a net.
Madavalin PolullaYou’re like a beautiful maiden,
Mizhi Irukkunna Mayilea peacock with enchanting eyes.
Iva Midumidikki MidumidikkiShe’s a spirited girl, so very spirited.
Iva Kuyilimala MidumidikkiShe’s the lively girl from the cuckoo hills.
Malaiyala KaraiyilaOn the shores of Kerala,
Valavirikkinna Karaleyou’re the sweetheart who’s cast a net.
Sal Sakka SinukkaSal sakka sinukka,
Oru Sakkara Pottalam Irukkathere’s a little packet of sugar here.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka,
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum Irukkanthere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Sal Sakka SinukkaSal sakka sinukka,
Oru Sakkara Pottalam Irukkathere’s a little packet of sugar here.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka,
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum Irukkanthere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Ammi MidhichiYou’re walking while stepping on the ‘ammi’ grinding stone.
NadakkiriyeYou’re moving with such grace.
ArundhathiyaLike the ‘Arundhati’ star,
Jolikkiriyeyou’re shining so bright.
KattikkidaveYou’re thinking about
Nenaikkiriyeus being tied together forever.
Kanna UruttiBy rolling your eyes,
Mayakkuriyeyou’re enchanting me completely.
Neethan Ini Avan VazhkkaYou’re his whole life from now on,
Gankaniyaacting as his protective charm.
Ini Vekkatha MaraikkathanTo hide your shyness now,
Munthanaiyayou’ve got the end of your saree.
Vethala Vethala Thattula VachuWe’ve placed the betel leaves on the plate.
Mathalam Mathalam Thatti MudichuThe drum beats have reached their end.
Mettu Isaiyattam Oru Mottu NadappaleShe walks like a blooming bud to the rhythm of a song.
Mangala Kungumam Nethi NelachuThe auspicious vermilion stays firm on her forehead.
Nenjamum Nenjamum Thatti MudichuOur hearts have finally met and settled.
Pattu Selayattam Oru Sittu SirippaleShe smiles like a little sparrow draped in a silk saree.
Sal Sakka SinukkaSal sakka sinukka,
Oru Sakkara Pottalam Irukkathere’s a little packet of sugar here.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka,
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum Irukkanthere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Sinungalum ThalamadiEven your sulking follows a rhythm,
Sirippathu Kolamadiand your smile is like a beautiful ‘kolam’ floor pattern.
Neram Konjam PoosikkathanJust to spend a little time with you,
Nela Nela Theduthethe moon is searching for you.
Tharai Thodum NeelamudiYour long hair touches the ground,
Thalaiyila Greedamadiit’s like a crown upon your head.
Dhenam Unna KaippidikkumTo hold your hand every single day,
Kana Kana Thonutheis the dream that keeps coming to me.
Simittum KannukkullaInside those blinking eyes,
Chinna Kadhaiya Vakkiriyeyou’re hiding a little story.
Valavi SathathulaWith the sound of your bangles,
Vasiyam Vakkiriyeyou’re casting a magic spell.
Sundu VeralaBy holding onto my little finger,
Pudikkiriyeyou’ve caught my heart.
Suthi VaraveAs you walk all around me,
Nadakkuriyeyou move so gracefully.
Vandha ThonaiyaAs the companion who’s come,
Nenaikkiriyeyou’re thinking of our future.
Needhan Ini Avan VazhkkaYou’re his whole life from now on,
Gankaniyaacting as his protective charm.
Ini Vekkatha MaraikkathanTo hide your shyness now,
Munthanaiyayou’ve got the end of your saree.
Vethala Vethala Thattula VachuWe’ve placed the betel leaves on the plate.
Mathalam Mathalam Thatti MudichuThe drum beats have reached their end.
Mettu Isaiyattam Oru Mottu NadappaleShe walks like a blooming bud to the rhythm of a song.
Mangala Kungumam Nethi NelachuThe auspicious vermilion stays firm on her forehead.
Nenjamum Nenjamum Thatti MudichuOur hearts have finally met and settled.
Pattu Selayattam Oru Sittu SirippaleShe smiles like a little sparrow draped in a silk saree.
Sal Sakka SinukkaSal sakka sinukka,
Oru Sakkara Pottalam Irukkathere’s a little packet of sugar here.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka,
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum Irukkanthere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Malaiyala Karaiyila Valavirikkinna KaraleOn the shores of Kerala, you’re the sweetheart who’s cast a net.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka.
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum IrukkanThere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Madavalin PolullaYou’re like a beautiful maiden,
Mizhi Irukkunna Mayilea peacock with enchanting eyes.
Ta Takka TinukkaTa takka tinukka.
Oru Santhana Pattaiyum IrukkanThere’s a piece of sandalwood here too.
Chal Chakka Music Video
Admiration for marital rituals drives the ‘Chal Chakka’ lyrics meaning, framed by Benny Dayal’s energetic vocals. Vivek’s words balance cultural specificity with universal themes of new beginnings.