Seerkazhi Govindarajan’s commanding vocals drive ‘Jakkamma Verillai’ from the album ‘Veerapandiya Kattabomman.’ Lyricist Ku. Ma. Balasubramaniyam and composer G. Ramanathan craft a solemn prayer shifting from grief to collective resolve.
Jakkamma Verillai
Chorus | Seerkazhi Govindarajan • From “Veerapandiya Kattabomman”
Jakkamma Verillai Lyrics Translation – Veerapandiya Kattabomman Soundtrack
The people describe losing a strong leader with ‘Thakka balamullathoru thalapathi izhandhom.’ Balasubramaniyam’s words then pivot to action: ‘Anniyarin aanavam azhithida ezhundhom’ declares their intent to destroy foreign arrogance.
JakkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’,
Ver Illai ThikkammaYou’re our only refuge.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Thakka Balamullathoru Thalapathi IzhandhomWe’ve lost a commander of great strength.
Mikka Thuyar Kondathoru Manamadhu ThalarndhomWith deep sorrow, our hearts had grown weary.
Unnadi PanindhomWe’ve bowed at your feet.
Unnadi PanindhomWe’ve prostrated before you.
Vallamai AdainthomWe’ve gained great power.
Vallamai AdainthomWe’ve found our strength.
Anniyarin Aanavam Azhithida EzhundhomWe’ve risen to destroy the foreigners’ arrogance.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Vetri Vadivel Yendhi Veeramodu SelvomWe’ll march with courage, carrying the victorious spear ‘Vel’.
Vetri Vadivel Yendhi Veeramodu SelvomWe’ll march with courage, carrying the victorious spear ‘Vel’.
Yutha Veri Kondavarai Ratha Bali KolvomWe’ll sacrifice those driven by the madness of war.
Yutha Veri Kondavarai Ratha Bali KolvomWe’ll sacrifice those driven by the madness of war.
Ottrumai KolvomWe’ll stand united.
Ottrumai KolvomWe’ll stand united.
Ulagathai VelvomWe’ll conquer the world.
Ulagathai VelvomWe’ll conquer the world.
Sathiyamae Iththiraiyil Aiyamendru OlvomTruth alone triumphs on this earth; we’ll cast away all doubt.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Vellam Polae Engal SenaiOur army’s like a surging flood.
Ullanthorum Eedillatha Veeram Ponga VendumMatchless bravery must overflow in every heart.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Velum Vaalum Veesum EngalAs we brandish our spears and swords,
Kaalinkeezhae Vellai KoottamThe foreign crowds will fall beneath our feet.
Kaalantheera Vendum Amma JakkammaTheir time must come to an end, Mother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Jakkamma Ver Illai ThikkammaJakkamma ‘the guardian goddess’, you’re our only refuge.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Amma JakkammaMother Jakkamma.
Jakkamma Verillai Music Video
Unity and divine support anchor the ‘Jakkamma Verillai’ lyrics translation. Ramanathan’s score underscores the vow to conquer oppression through shared strength and truth’s triumph.