Sithara Krishnakumar performs ‘Kadukumanikkoru Kannund’ from the 2020 album Kappela. Lyricist Krishnakumar and composer Sushin Syam create a rhythm-driven track with assertive vocals. The sound merges folk elements with percussive rebellion.
Released: March 1, 2020
Kadukumanikkoru Kannund
Sithara Krishnakumar • From “Kappela”
What is the meaning of Kadukumanikkoru Kannund Lyrics from Kappela?
Krishnakumar describes a mustard seed containing hidden grit. She then shows a woman completing daily tasks before confronting conflict. Lyrics mention frying bitter gourd and drinking toddy as preludes to confrontation.
Kadukumanikkoru KannundA mustard seed has an eye.
Kanninakathor KaradundInside that eye, there’s a speck of grit.
Kadalundeenoru ChangayiThere’s a friend who’s swallowed the whole ocean.
Kaya VaruthukazhinjittAfter she’s finished frying the ‘bitter gourd’,
Kudamoru KallukudichittAfter she’s downed a whole pot of ‘toddy’,
Karimeenmullu KadichittAnd bitten down on a ‘pearl spot’ fish bone,
Kalaham ParayanShe’s coming to pick a fight.
KavalayilninnoruFrom the town square,
Kannada Vangi VarunnundSomeone’s coming with a new pair of glasses.
Kallippaala PunchiripoloruWith a smile like the ‘milkwood’ bloom,
Kanmashiyale KananayThey’re coming to see with kohl-rimmed eyes.
Koombiya Konthalamundel MurukkanIf their wrap’s tucked in, they’re ready to chew betel,
Kalkkandakkatha KelkkanayAnd they’re here to listen to sugar-coated tales.
Kandalcheril Kalukal ChithariWith feet splattered by the backwater mud,
Kannil KayalthirakalumayAnd backwater waves reflecting in their eyes,
Kalichaya Kadavukal ThandiThey’ve crossed the vibrant ferry docks,
Kondupidich VarunnundAnd now they’re coming with fierce resolve.
Kathayude KadamoruThe debt of a story lingers,
Kachangattin Kudayude KeezhilUnder the canopy of the ‘sea breeze’.
Karuthanparayunnavludae KaralilDeep in the heart of the one who speaks bold truths,
Karivalayatana KadalodiyunundAn ocean of glass bangles is rippling.
Kavilil Kavaru ThirukunundAnd ‘sea sparkle’ is swirling upon her cheeks.
Kadukumanikkoru Kannund Music Video
Kappela’s track asserts that overlooked entities hold fierce resolve. English lyrics translation for ‘Kadukumanikkoru Kannund’ reveals warnings against underestimating small forces.