Deva brings a lively beat to ‘Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu,’ a track from the album ‘Ninaivirukkum Varai.’ K. Subash pens playful and philosophical lyrics, while Sabesh and Krishnaraj add their vocal charm. Together, they create a mix of humor and social commentary.
Released: April 10, 2025
Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu
Deva | K.Subash • From “Ninaivirukkum Varai”
Ninaivirukkum Varai’s Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu Tamil Lyrics English Meaning
The song opens with a casual question: ‘Shall I pour a drink and take a bite?’ K. Subash uses simple imagery like ‘the wind over Kasimedu is howling hard’ to set a vivid scene. His words highlight the contrast between life’s struggles and small pleasures.
AiyaOh master.
RasaOh king.
Avas Udatha NavasDon’t make a fuss, don’t make a noise.
Thoradu NovuthadaMy throat is aching, man.
Idho VantenpaLook, I’ve come right here.
KadichikkinuWith a side-dish in hand.
Ooththikkinu KadichukkavaShall I pour a drink and take a bite?
Kadichikkinnu OoththikkavaOr shall I take a bite and then pour a drink?
Poththikkinu PaduththukalamWe can just cover ourselves and go to sleep.
Paduththikinum PoththikalamWe can lie down and then cover up tight.
Thaththuvam PaThat’s the philosophy, man.
Kaththadikkuthu KaththadikkuthuThe wind is howling, the wind is howling.
Kasimettu KaththadikkuthuThe wind over Kasimedu is howling hard.
Kaththadikkuthu KaththadikkuthuThe wind is howling, the wind is howling.
Kasimettu KaththadikkuthuThe wind over Kasimedu is howling hard.
Enga Dhisai PathhadikkithuPanic strikes deep in our direction.
Yezhai Sanam KooththadikkuthuWhile the poor folk dance in a frenzy.
Ooththikkinu KadichukkavaShall I pour a drink and take a bite?
Kadichikkinnu OoththikkavaOr shall I take a bite and then pour a drink?
Poththikkinu PaduththukalamWe can just cover ourselves and go to sleep.
Paduththikinum PoththikalamWe can lie down and then cover up tight.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Ye Velicham Paru Velicham ParuHey, look at that light, look at that light.
Pagala Pola Velicham ParuLook at the light that’s bright as day.
Dullana Roadu MelaOn this dull and dreary road,
Dal Adikkum Oodu ParuLook at that house shining like a diamond.
Oottu Mela Bulp ParuLook at the bulb on that house.
Bulp Kattum Colora ParuLook at the colors that bulb displays.
Kannu Koosum Katchi ParuLook at the sight that dazzles the eyes.
Kasu Seiyum Vela PauLook at the work that money can do.
Kattu Katta Note AdichaEven if they print bundles of banknotes,
Current Billu KatturaruHe’s the one paying the electric bill.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Jumkku Jukkum Jumkku JukkumJumkku Jukkum, Jumkku Jukkum.
Kattu Katta Note AdichaEven if they print bundles of banknotes,
Current Billu KatturaruHe’s the one paying the electric bill.
Ooththikkinu KadichukkavaShall I pour a drink and take a bite?
Kadichikkinnu OoththikkavaOr shall I take a bite and then pour a drink?
Poththikkinu PaduththukalamWe can just cover ourselves and go to sleep.
Paduththikinum PoththikalamWe can lie down and then cover up tight.
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Whistle[Whistling]
Ye Nenachu Paru Nenachu ParuHey, just think about it, think about it.
Nenja Thottu Nenachu ParuTouch your heart and think about it.
Panjar Potta Nikkar ParuLook at those tattered, hole-ridden shorts.
Pathiyana Udambu ParuLook at that weak, half-starved body.
Ye Nenachu Paru Nenachu ParuHey, just think about it, think about it.
Nenja Thottu Nenachu ParuTouch your heart and think about it.
Panjar Potta Nikkar ParuLook at those tattered, hole-ridden shorts.
Pathiyana Udambu ParuLook at that weak, half-starved body.
Kanju Pona Thalaiya ParuLook at that dried-up, withered head.
Sanju Pona Nadaiya ParuLook at that leaning, weary walk.
Kuzhi Vizhnttha Kannam ParuLook at those deep, sunken cheeks.
Surungi Pona Vayiththa ParuLook at that shriveled, empty stomach.
Pavam Antha VayiththukkuPity that poor stomach.
Pasikka Solli ThanthatharuWho was it that taught it to feel hunger?
Pavam Antha VayiththukkuPity that poor stomach.
Pasikka Solli ThanthatharuWho was it that taught it to feel hunger?
Ooththikkinu KadichukkavaShall I pour a drink and take a bite?
Kadichikkinnu OoththikkavaOr shall I take a bite and then pour a drink?
Poththikkinu PaduththukalamWe can just cover ourselves and go to sleep.
Paduththikinum PoththikalamWe can lie down and then cover up tight.
Kaththadikkuthu KaththadikkuthuThe wind is howling, the wind is howling.
Kasimettu KaththadikkuthuThe wind over Kasimedu is howling hard.
Kaththadikkuthu KaththadikkuthuThe wind is howling, the wind is howling.
Kasimettu KaththadikkuthuThe wind over Kasimedu is howling hard.
Enga Dhisai PathhadikkithuPanic strikes deep in our direction.
Yezhai Sanam KooththadikkuthuWhile the poor folk dance in a frenzy.
Ooththikkinu KadichukkavaShall I pour a drink and take a bite?
Kadichikkinnu OoththikkavaOr shall I take a bite and then pour a drink?
Poththikkinu PaduththukalamWe can just cover ourselves and go to sleep.
Paduththikinum PoththikalamWe can lie down and then cover up tight.
Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu Music Video
The meaning behind ‘Kathadikkuthu Kathadikkuthu’ is a blend of wit and wisdom. Deva’s energetic tune and K. Subash’s thoughtful lyrics make this Tamil track a standout.