A young parrot flying in its dreams introduces “Chinnanjiru Kili,” a duet by Mano and K. S. Chitra. Featured on the 1995 album Anbu Magan, the song includes lyrics by Piraisoodan and music by Deva. The opening verses establish a connection between a fledgling bird and a maiden’s growing aspirations.
Chinnanjiru Kili
K. S. Chitra | Mano • From “Anbu Magan (1995)”
Chinnanjiru Kili Lyrics Translation – Anbu Magan (1995) Soundtrack
The female speaker’s tone shifts from yearning to commanding, urging her partner to cross boundaries and wage a war of passion. He responds with a promise to receive “Kambha rasam,” a phrase connecting their union to classic erotic literature. This exchange frames their intimacy on both a physical and a literary plane.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Alli Anaithidu Killi SuvaithiduPull me close and taste me with a pinch,
Andha Kulirinil Ilamaiyai Rusithiduand in that chill, savor our youth.
Ellai Kadanthidu Kollai AdithiduCross every line and plunder me completely.
Mutham Kasindhidu Yuddham Onnu NadathiduLet kisses overflow and wage a war of passion.
Pudhu Ther Meedhu VellottamIt’s a trial run on a new chariot,
Sorgathai Nee Katta Va Va Vaso come, come, come build our heaven.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Kanni Vasam Kidaikkum Ini Kambha RasamYou’ll get the scent of a maiden, the nectar of ‘Kamban’s poetry’.
Kamban Magan Dhinamum Ini Undhan VasamAnd this poet’s son will now be yours every day.
Kanni Vasam Kidaikkum Ini Kambha RasamYou will receive a maiden’s fragrance, the very essence of ‘Kamban’s art’.
Kamban Magan Dhinamum Ini Undhan VasamAnd this poet’s son will be yours from this day on.
Amudhile Kulikka Va Adikkadi ViyarkkavaCome, let’s bathe in this nectar and often break a sweat.
Idhazhile Allakkava Kaniyidhazh VazhakkavaShall I scoop it with my lips, shall I offer you this ripe fruit?
Valayal Kulungi Kulungi Vasantham Vara VaraAs my bangles jingle and our spring arrives,
Vidiya Vidiya Uravil Kanindhu Sugam Perawe’ll find our pleasure, ripening in this union ’til dawn.
Noolodu Noolaga Thenodu Palaga Va Va VaLike thread entwined with thread, like honey mixed with milk, come, come, come.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Muthu Saram Magizhndhu Ini Mutham TharumThis string of pearls will now happily offer its kisses,
Pathu Vidham Idhazhil Adhu Katru Tharumand it will teach ten different ways upon your lips.
Muthu Saram Magizhndhu Ini Mutham TharumMy pearl necklace will now joyfully give you its kisses,
Pathu Vidham Idhazhil Adhu Katru Tharumand it will teach you a dozen styles on your lips.
Manjal Nila Pandhi Ida Manjathile Mundhi VidaAs the golden moon serves a feast, I’ll take the lead in our bed.
Minnal Ezha Meni Suda Kanni Idai Kanni VidaLet lightning strike as my body burns and I give you this virgin waist.
Idhamum Padhamum Nidhamum Inaindhu Thoda ThodaAs comfort and rhythm align with every single touch,
Iravum Pagalum Kalandhu Idhayam Suda Sudanight and day will blend while our hearts burn with heat.
Mel Adai Thulludho Pandhada Solladho Va Va VaDoesn’t my upper garment tremble and invite you to play? Come, come, come.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Chinnanjiru Kili Siragugal Virikkudhu MamaA little parrot is spreading its wings, my love.
Kanni Ilam Kili Kanavula Parakkudhu MamaThis young maiden-parrot is flying in her dreams, my love.
Alli Anaithidu Killi SuvaithiduPull me close and taste me with a pinch,
Andha Kulirinil Ilamaiyai Rusithiduand in that chill, savor our youth.
Ellai Kadanthidu Kollai AdithiduCross every line and plunder me completely.
Mutham Kasindhidu Yuddham Onnu NadathiduLet kisses overflow and wage a war of passion.
Pudhu Ther Meedhu VellottamIt’s a trial run on a new chariot,
Sorgathai Nee Katta Va Va Vaso come, come, come build our heaven.
Chinnanjiru Kili Music Video
The song unfolds as a coded conversation, with the parrot image acting as a central refrain. This “Chinnanjiru Kili” lyrics analysis shows a woman’s open declaration of desire is presented as a natural act of liberation.