Kidakuzhi Mariyammal’s earthy vocals anchor ‘Kongu’ from Ajesh’s album Alangu. Lyricist Kavin and composer Ajesh craft a village festival atmosphere celebrating Kongu Tamil culture. Traditional percussion drives the track’s urgent regional pride.
Released: November 8, 2024
Kongu
Ajesh | Kidakuzhi Mariyammal • From “Alangu”
Alangu’s Kongu Tamil Lyrics English Translation
Kavin declares linguistic identity with ‘Inga Sollithaan Thamizhe Kaniju Vanthiruku,’ framing the local dialect as perfected Tamil. Defiant moments surface when lyrics describe an officer removing a planted flag, shifting tone from celebration to resistance.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thallale Laale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Oorukku MevaramaaAs the pride and prestige of our village,
Ooku Vacha KarukkaruvaaIt’s the sharp-edged ‘Karukkaruvaa’ (deity’s sickle).
Karukaruvaa YaaruthungaWhose ‘Karukkaruvaa’ is this?
Enga Samy KarpudhungaIt belongs to our Lord Karuppu.
Karupanuku Padaya VechomWe’ve laid out an offering for Karuppu,
Aasa Theera Poosa VechomAnd we’ve worshipped him to our heart’s content.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thallale Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thalla Lalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Kongu Naaduthaa EppavumThe Kongu land has always,
Kulunthu PoyirukkuStayed cool and peaceful.
Inga Sollithaan ThamizheIt’s by being spoken here that Tamil itself,
Kaniju VanthirukuHas truly ripened.
Sontha Banthamaa SenthuAs one big family of kinsmen,
Eppavum VazhnthirukkuWe’ve always lived together.
Endha Anbum PaasamumThis love and deep affection,
Oravaa Usura ThandhirukkuHave given life to our bonds.
Vattavatta NilavukkuUnder the round moon,
Varusa Vechu KootiyanthomWe’ve gathered everyone in a line.
Thotttukittu VeliyadathanTo play together and bond,
Athamaga SethiyanthomWe’ve brought the cousins along.
Poo Pootta AngaaraakkuWearing floral ‘Angaarakku’ (traditional tunics),
Pottukuttu Pavusa VanthomWe’ve arrived in grand style.
Oorukku MevaramaaAs the pride and prestige of our village,
Ooku Vacha KarukkaruvaaIt’s the sharp-edged ‘Karukkaruvaa’ (deity’s sickle).
Karukaruvaa YaaruthungaWhose ‘Karukkaruvaa’ is this?
Enga Samy KarpudhungaIt belongs to our Lord Karuppu.
Karupanuku Padaya VechomWe’ve laid out an offering for Karuppu,
Aasa Theera Poosa VechomAnd we’ve worshipped him to our heart’s content.
Olaya Nenachuthan ThongattanThinking of the palm leaf, ‘Thongattan’ (dangling earrings),
Adaga PoochungaHave been tucked away.
Malaya Nenachuthan SookattanThinking of the mountain, my proud heart,
Aadum ManasugaaIs now dancing with joy.
Paalam Paalamaa VeduchaJust look at these hands, cracked,
Kaiya PaathirungaaLike parched slabs of earth.
Saami Sathiyamaa EngaI swear by God, please,
Vazhka PuriyungaaUnderstand the life we lead.
Itta Kodiyengae Natta NadavengaeWhere’s the flag I placed? Where’s the seedling I planted?
Sotta Paya Officeru Pudungi PootuttanThat worthless officer just snatched them away.
Thoratti Vecha Oodu PoyiWe’ll go to the house with the ‘Thoratti’ (hooked pole),
Moorakettu NippomungaAnd we’ll stand firm with stubborn resolve.
Ezhuthinga VaasalukuTo those at the threshold of authority,
Ezhuthola VeppomungaWe’ll deliver our ‘Ezhuthola’ (palm-leaf letter).
Pechipaara Mela NinnaaWhen standing atop the Pechipaara hill,
Manasalla NeranchurungaOur hearts feel truly full.
Oorukku MevaramaaAs the pride and prestige of our village,
Ooku Vacha KarukkaruvaaIt’s the sharp-edged ‘Karukkaruvaa’ (deity’s sickle).
Karukaruvaa YaaruthungaWhose ‘Karukkaruvaa’ is this?
Enga Samy KarpudhungaIt belongs to our Lord Karuppu.
Karupanuku Padaya VechomWe’ve laid out an offering for Karuppu,
Aasa Theera Poosa VechomAnd we’ve worshipped him to our heart’s content.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thalla Lalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Thaalalle Thaale LaaleLullaby, oh lullaby.
Kongu Music Video
Kavin’s work balances cultural tribute with protest against injustice. Kongu lyrics translation reveals this duality through folk rhythms and direct Tamil phrases. The song asserts resilience while honoring Karuppasamy deity rituals.