M. L. Vasanthakumari’s commanding vocals anchor ‘Karka Kasadara Katravai’ from the album ‘Raja Bakthi.’ Lyricist Thamizh Azhagan and composer G. Govindarajulu Naidu create a moral guide through structured couplets and grand instrumentation.
Karka Kasadara Katravai
M. L. Vasanthakumari • From “Raja Bakthi”
Raja Bakthi’s Karka Kasadara Katravai Tamil Lyrics English Meaning
Thamizh Azhagan advises balancing compassion with self-respect, warning against arrogance despite knowledge. The lyrics stress applying learned principles, urging the king to protect justice and avoid destructive pride.
Karkka Kasadara KarpavaiLearn flawlessly what’s worth learning,
Kattra Pin Nirkka Adhu PolOnce you’ve learned, you’ve got to live by those rules,
Neeyae En MannaaYou’re my ‘king’.
Karkka Kasadara KarpavaiLearn flawlessly what’s worth learning,
Kattra Pin Nirkka Adhu PolOnce you’ve learned, you’ve got to live by those rules,
Neeyae En MannaaYou’re my ‘king’.
Narrpayan Kandu Naadida VendumYou’ve got to seek out things that bring good results.
Narrpayan Kandu Naadida VendumYou should pursue only what’s truly beneficial.
Nallortham Nesamae Kooda VendumYou’ve got to seek the friendship of good people.
Nallortham Nesamae Kooda VendumYou should only keep the company of the righteous.
Nayamudam Yaarodum Nee Pesa VendumYou’ve got to speak with kindness to everyone.
Nayamudam Yaarodum Nee Pesa VendumYou should talk to everyone with gentle words.
Karkka Kasadara KarpavaiLearn flawlessly what’s worth learning,
Kattra Pin Nirkka Adhu PolOnce you’ve learned, you’ve got to live by those rules,
Neeyae En MannaaYou’re my ‘king’.
Veeranum AavaaiYou’ll become a brave warrior,
Veriyanaavadhaebut don’t let yourself become obsessed with rage.
Veeranum AavaaiYou’ll be a courageous fighter,
Veriyanaavadhaebut don’t let your passion turn into madness.
Vendhanum VeghuvaaghiEven as a king, if you’re quick to anger,
Vegham Kedaathaedon’t lose your composure or speed.
Vendhanum VeghuvaaghiThough a ruler may be fierce,
Vegham Kedaathaedon’t let your haste lead to ruin.
Veen Perumai Pesi Veezhndhu VidathaeDon’t fall from grace by speaking with empty pride.
Veen Perumai Pesi Veezhndhu VidathaeDon’t let your boastful words cause your downfall.
Anaithum KattraalumEven if you’ve learned everything there is,
Aganthai Urathaedon’t let arrogance take root within you.
Anaithum KattraalumThough you’ve mastered every field of study,
Aganthai Urathaedon’t let your ego grow because of your knowledge.
Aasai Kondaalum NeeEven if you have strong desires,
Aathiram Kolladhaeyou shouldn’t let them turn into blind fury.
Aasai Kondaalum NeeWhile you may have ambitions,
Aathiram Kolladhaeyou shouldn’t lose your temper over your wants.
Anbae Sei Aanaal Adimai AagadhaeOffer your love, but don’t ever become a slave to it.
Anbae Sei Aanaal Adimai AagadhaeGive your affection freely, but don’t become subservient.
Karkka Kasadara KarpavaiLearn flawlessly what’s worth learning,
Kattra Pin Nirkka Adhu PolOnce you’ve learned, you’ve got to live by those rules,
Neeyae En MannaaYou’re my ‘king’.
Thaai Thiru NaadaeOur holy motherland,
Vaazhthida Vendumshould praise the life you lead.
Thaai Thiru NaadaeThis sacred land of ours,
Vaazhthida Vendumneeds to celebrate the person you’ve become.
Than Nalam KolloraiThose who only care for themselves,
Veezhthida Vendumyou’ve got to bring them down.
Than Nalam KolloraiThe people who seek only personal gain,
Veezhthida Vendumyou should defeat them completely.
Dharmamae EnnaalumRighteousness ‘Dharma’ is what,
Naam Kaakka Vendumwe’ve got to protect forever.
Dharmamae EnnaalumThe path of justice,
Naam Kaakka Vendumis what we must always uphold.
Karkka Kasadara KarpavaiLearn flawlessly what’s worth learning,
Kattra Pin Nirkka Adhu PolOnce you’ve learned, you’ve got to live by those rules,
Neeyae En MannaaYou’re my ‘king’.
Karka Kasadara Katravai Music Video
The ‘Karka Kasadara Katravai’ lyrics translation outlines ethical leadership through humility, patriotism, and righteous action. G. Govindarajulu Naidu’s composition reinforces these values with deliberate pacing and solemn tones.