Anirudh Ravichander sings the tender refrain of Kannaana Kanne. Vignesh Shivan writes comforting verses that promise never ending support. Sean Roldan creates a gentle melody that sways like a calm sea.
Released: February 24, 2023
Kannaana Kanne
Anirudh Ravichander | Vignesh Shivan • From “Naanum Rowdy Dhaan”
Kannaana Kanne Lyrics Translation (from “Naanum Rowdy Dhaan”)
Vignesh Shivan notes the image of fingers slipping between gaps as a promise of closeness. The poet translates a key line as You are the foundation of my life. He also mentions ocean sand that sticks to feet, a tactile reminder of staying together.
Kannana KanneMy dear one, as precious as my eyes,
Nee Kalangadhadidon’t you worry now.
Kannanaa KanneMy dear one, as precious as my eyes,
Nee Kalangadhadidon’t you worry now.
Nee KalangadhadiDon’t you worry.
Yar Pona Yar Pona EnnaWhat does it matter who leaves?
Yar Pona Yar PonaWhoever leaves, whoever goes,
Yar Pona Ennawhat does it matter?
Nan IrupenadiI’ll be here for you.
Nee KalangadhadiDon’t you worry now.
Oru Ganam Oru PodhumNot for a second, not for a moment,
Piriya Koodadheshould we ever be apart.
En Uyire En UyireMy life, my soul,
Nee Azhuga Koodadheyou shouldn’t cry.
Nee Kanda Kanavu EdhumeNone of the dreams you’ve seen
Kalaiya Koodadheshould ever fade away.
Nan Irukkum Nal VaraikkumAs long as I’m alive,
Nee Azhuga Koodadheyou shouldn’t cry.
Kedachadha EzhakkuradhumLosing what we’ve found,
Ezhandhadhu Kedaikiradhumfinding what we’ve lost,
Adhukku Pazhaguradhumand getting used to it all,
Nyayam Dhanadiis just the way of the world.
Kannana Kanne Nee KalangadhadiMy dear one, as precious as my eyes, don’t you worry.
En Uyiroda Adharam NeedhanadiYou’re the very foundation of my life.
Kannana Kanne Nee KalangadhadiMy dear one, as precious as my eyes, don’t you worry.
Yar Pona Enna Nan IrupenadiohhNo matter who leaves, I’ll still be right here.
En Veral IdukkulaBetween the gaps of my fingers,
Un Veral Kedakkanumyour fingers should rest.
Nasungura Alavukku IrukkiSo tightly that it almost hurts,
Na PudikkanumI want to hold you.
Nan Kanna ThorakkaiyilWhen I open my eyes,
Un Mugam TheriyanumI should see your face.
Usurulla VaraikkumeAs long as I have breath,
Unakkenna Pudikkanumyou should be the one I love.
Kadal Alai Pola Unkal Thottu OrasiLike an ocean wave that brushes your feet,
Kadal Ulla Poravan Nan Illa DiI’m not the one who’ll just retreat into the sea.
Kadal Manna Pola Un Kaloda OttiLike the ocean sand that sticks to your feet,
Kara Thandum Vara Nan IrupenadiI’ll stay with you until we cross the shore.
Kannana Kanne Nee KalangadhadiMy dear one, as precious as my eyes, don’t you worry.
En Uyiroda Adharam NeedhanadiYou’re the very foundation of my life.
Kannana Kanne Nee KalangadhadiMy dear one, as precious as my eyes, don’t you worry.
Yar Pona Enna Nan IrupenadiNo matter who leaves, I’ll still be right here.
Oru Ganam Oru PodhumNot for a second, not for a moment,
Piriya Koodadheshould we ever be apart.
En Uyire En UyireMy life, my soul,
Nee Azhuga Koodadheyou shouldn’t cry.
Nee Kanda Kanavu EdhumeNone of the dreams you’ve seen
Kalaiya Koodadheshould ever fade away.
Nan Irukkum Nal VaraikkumAs long as I’m alive,
Nee Azhuga Koodadheyou shouldn’t cry.
Kannaana Kanne Music Video
Anirudh Ravichander delivers a soothing promise, the meaning behind Kannaana Kanne is unwavering devotion. The vocalist adds subtle flourishes, his Tamil voice wraps the promise in gentle tones.