Vijay Prakash’s “Jeeva Kottavalu” from the Kannada film “Pogaru” isn’t just a movie song; it’s a raw, emotional outpouring of a son’s grief and conflicted love for his mother. Forget grandiose heroics and catchy beats—this song delves into the quiet agony of a heart shattered by loss, seeking solace in memories and yearning for forgiveness.
Imagine Dhruva Sarja, the film’s protagonist, kneeling before Pavitra Lokesh, who plays his mother, with oceans of unspoken suffering in their eyes. Chethan Kumar’s lyrics, translated from Kannada, paint a picture of profound sadness and desperate longing. “Without any support, my heart broke,” he sings, his voice trembling with vulnerability. “Is it possible for my sins to be forgiven if I pray at many temples?” he pleads, searching for absolution in the face of his mother’s absence.
Chandan Shetty’s melody for the song mirrors the sentimental tone of the lyrics. Melancholic piano chords and hushed strings create a sorrowful atmosphere, while Prakash’s soulful vocals carry the weight of a son’s burden. Director Nanda Kishore further amplifies the poignancy in the film sequence, showcasing the silent exchange of love and loss between mother and son.
POGARU MOVIE | JEEVA KOTTAVALU SONG LYRICS ENGLISH MEANING
Jeeva Kottavalu Tutthu Ittavalu Bhumi Mele Obbale
Without any support, my heart broke.
Prana Otthe Ittu Janma Needuvalu Thayi Illi Obbale
Without expressing tragedy solely in my heart.
Kanuva Daivave Kambani Ittare Badukige Artha Yellidhe
I adored you in my world; is this my density due to you?
Karune Kanajave Koragi Ninthare Nannusire Nanna Kondhidhe
Is it possible for my sins to be forgiven if I pray at many temples?
Jeeva Kottavalu Tutthu Ittavalu Bhumi Mele Obbale
My heart broke and I had no one to help it.
Prana Otthe Ittu Janma Needuvalu Thayi Illi Obbale
Without expressing the anguish in my heart alone.
Kanuva Daivave Kambani Ittare Badukige Artha Yellidhe
Is this my density because of you, my dearest? You are my universe.
Karune Kanajave Koragi Ninthare Nannusire Nanna Kondhidhe
Are my sins forgiven when I worship at many temples?
Runiye Nenage Nanu Amma,
My mother, you will always be a part of my life…
Kanda Koogu Kare Amma
Ninna Madilali Malaguvase Manadali Na Koose
Ninna Bittu Nanu Ellu Hogalare Neene Nanna Jagave
Kaiyanu Hididu Nee Nannannu Nadeside Kurudane Nanu Amma
Hadiya Kanada Nannaya Payanadi Dhruvatare Neenamma
Nova Mareso Naguve Amma
Jojo Laliyalli Jagavanne Maresuva Devate Amma
Eshte Tappu Madidaru Kshamisuva Jeevi Neene Amma
Swarthave Illada Arthaku Meerida Bhavaneye Neenamma
Jeevave Hodaru Koneya Usiralu Nenna Kayuvenamma
Runiye Ninage Nanu Amma
But “Jeeva Kottavalu” isn’t just about wallowing in grief. Under the surface of sorrow lies a tender thread of filial love, a testament to the enduring bond between a mother and her child. “My mother, you will always be a part of my life,” he sings, a whisper of defiance against the inevitable. The English translation, available online, unlocks the nuances of these lyrics for non-Kannada speakers, allowing them to experience the depth of emotion woven into the song.
JEEVA KOTTAVALU MUSIC VIDEO
Whether you’re a Kannada film lover or a global listener seeking a song that speaks to the universal language of grief and motherly love, “Jeeva Kottavalu” is a must-listen. So, open your heart to the raw vulnerability of the lyrics, let the melody wash over you, and find solace in the knowledge that even in the most profound sorrow, the love of a mother endures.
| Title | Jeeva Kottavalu |
| Movie | Pogaru |
| Singer(s) | Vijay Prakash |
| Lyrics Writer(s) | Chethan Kumar |
| Music Composer(s) | Chandan Shetty |
| Actor(s) | Rashmika Mandanna |