Reshma brings warmth to ‘Guinness Pakru,’ a song from the album Ilayaraja. Jyothish T. Kasi writes the lyrics, blending natural beauty with introspective questions. Ratheesh Vega creates a melody that feels both gentle and reflective.
Guinness Pakru
Reshma • From “Ilayaraja”
Ilayaraja’s Guinness Pakru Malayalam Lyrics English Translation
Jyothish T. Kasi mentions a ‘milky moonlight’ and a ‘silver bowl of honey’ to describe a moment of waiting and longing. The poet contrasts the simplicity of life with the restless pursuit of wealth, asking if we ever truly see the state of our relationships.
Chemmaanacchelode Chaayunnee TheerathaayWith the beauty of the crimson sky, resting upon this shore.
Chengilathaalathil PadiyaaroWho is singing to the rhythm of the ‘Chengila’ bell?
InnaletthathaazhamFor yesterday’s supper,
Ithiri Paalnilaa Monthikkudichathin ImbamodeWith the delight of having sipped a little milky moonlight.
Ambilikkinnathil Immini ThenumaayHolding a drop of honey in the moon’s silver bowl,
Aaro Varaarullathorthu NinneI waited there, remembering that someone was to arrive.
Chemmaanacchelode Chaayunnee TheerathaayWith the beauty of the crimson sky, resting upon this shore.
Chengilathaalathil PadiyaaroWho is singing to the rhythm of the ‘Chengila’ bell?
Athaazhamithiri Pothum PidiyumaanengilumEven if dinner is just a meager meal of steamed dumplings,
Nenchakam NeerukilleDoesn’t the heart still feel a burning pang?
Othiri Nellulla PathaayamulloonYet, the one who owns a granary overflowing with grain,
Ravilum Chaayuvaan NeramilleHas no time to rest his head, even when night falls.
Onnilum PathilumNot content with one, nor with ten,
Thrupthi Varaatheyaayiram Neduvaan PaanjitumbolWhen rushing to acquire thousands, never satisfied with what you have.
Kettippaduthora MelaappinullileBeneath the grand canopy that you’ve constructed,
Bandhangalenthenno KaanmathilleDon’t you fail to see the true state of your relationships?
Chemmaanacchelode Chaayunnee TheerathaayWith the beauty of the crimson sky, resting upon this shore.
Chengilathaalathil PadiyaaroWho is singing to the rhythm of the ‘Chengila’ bell?
Bhaavangalaaduvaan Vesham Pakarnnu NaamWe don different costumes to act out our emotions.
Viswamaam Vediyil VaanidumbolAs we live upon this stage that is the universe.
Nediyathokkeyum EnthinennorkkunnaThe moment we look back and ask what all this gain was for,
Naalumangothiri DooreyalleThat day of reckoning is not too far away.
Chemmaanacchelode Chaayunnee TheerathaayWith the beauty of the crimson sky, resting upon this shore.
Chengilathaalathil PadiyaaroWho is singing to the rhythm of the ‘Chengila’ bell?
InnaletthathaazhamFor yesterday’s supper,
Ithiri Paalnilaa Monthikkudichathin ImbamodeWith the delight of having sipped a little milky moonlight.
Ambilikkinnathil Immini ThenumaayHolding a drop of honey in the moon’s silver bowl,
Aaro Varaarullathorthu NinneI waited there, remembering that someone was to arrive.
Guinness Pakru Music Video
The meaning behind ‘Guinness Pakru’ is a mix of beauty and introspection. Reshma’s voice adds depth to this Malayalam track, making it a timeless piece.