Malai Arasi Sakthi Lyrics (with English Meaning) | L. R. Eswari | P. Susheela
P. Susheela and L. R. Eswari voice contrasting perspectives in ‘Malai Arasi Sakthi,’ set to G. Devarajan’s blend of devotional and western rhythms. Lyricist Kannadasan structures this dialogue between tradition and modernity. Susheela embodies devotional values while Eswari champions contemporary freedoms through opposing vocal styles.
Malai Arasi Sakthi
L. R. Eswari | P. Susheela
Lyricist
Kannadasan
Composer
G. Devarajan
Malai Arasi Sakthi Meaning & Lyrics (L. R. Eswari | P. Susheela)
Susheela credits goddess Meenakshi for Tamil culture’s growth through modesty and heritage. Eswari counters by urging societal reform inspired by Japan’s progress, demanding old ways fade for new ideas. Their exchange highlights tensions between preserving identity and embracing change during cultural shifts.
Malaiyarasi Sakthi MeenaatchiYou’re Meenakshi, the Queen of the Mountains and the Power of the universe.
Intha Mandalam Engum Un ArasaatchiYour reign spreads across this entire realm.
Kulamagalir Thamakku KannkaatchiYou’re the divine vision for the noble women of the family.
Avar Kulaththukkum Kunaththukkum Nee SaatchiYou’re the witness to their lineage and their character.
Malaiyarasi Sakthi MeenaatchiYou’re Meenakshi, the Queen of the Mountains and the Power of the universe.
Intha Mandalam Engum Un ArasaatchiYour reign spreads across this entire realm.
Kulamagalir Thamakku KannkaatchiYou’re the divine vision for the noble women of the family.
Avar Kulaththukkum Kunaththukkum Nee SaatchiYou’re the witness to their lineage and their character.
My Life Modern LifeMy life is a modern life.
Sweet Life And Happy LifeIt’s a sweet life and a happy life.
Naagareegam En DeivamModernity is my deity.
Pudhu Nadanamae Enthan SelvamThis new dance is my true wealth.
Kalaigalum Pudhiya Nilaigalum KanduWitnessing these arts and new ways of life,
Iravilum Antha Nilavilum AadumI’ll dance through the night and under the moonlight.
Ada Naagareegam En DeivamOh, modernity is my deity.
Adakkaththilae Pirantha PanpaaduOur culture was born from modesty.
Nee Aliththathilae Valarntha ThennaaduThe South grew from what you’ve provided.
Silappathikaaram Ennum Pugazh Yaedu KandaThe treasures found in the famous ‘Silappathikaaram’ epic,
Selvangal Vaazhuvathum Un VeeduThose riches reside within your home.
Malaiyarasi Sakthi MeenaatchiYou’re Meenakshi, the Queen of the Mountains and the Power of the universe.
Modern Life Is JollyModern life is jolly.
Udai Maaruvathum Pudhu PaaniChanging my outfits is the new style.
Vaaliparudanae AattamI’m dancing along with the young men.
Idhu Vasantha Kaala ThottamThis is a garden in the springtime.
Koondhalai Vetti Aangalai ThottuCutting my hair and interacting with men,
Aadinaal Maeni ThullumMy body leaps with joy as I dance.
Kondu Vaa Kinnam Oottruven InnumBring me the cup, I’ll pour some more.
Kinnamae Bodhai KollumEven the cup will feel the intox#cation.
Naagareegam En DeivamModernity is my deity.
Pudhu Nadanamae Enthan SelvamThis new dance is my true wealth.
Saththiya Kungumaththil Naan VaazhaAs I live with the truth of the ‘kungumam’ (vermilion mark),
Antha Tharumaththin Naayaganin Pugazh SeraSo that the glory of the hero of righteousness grows,
Sakthiyammaa Unathu Thunai VendumMother Sakthi, I need your support.
Enthan Santhathiyum Perumai Pera VendumMy descendants must also gain great pride.
Malaiyarasi Sakthi MeenaatchiYou’re Meenakshi, the Queen of the Mountains and the Power of the universe.
Sikkena Idaiyai KulukkuShake that slender waist firmly.
Sivantha Idhazhaal MayakkuEnchant everyone with your crimson lips.
Jappan Naattai NinaiththuThink of the nation of Japan,
Tamizhar Naattai ThiruththuAnd reform the land of the Tamils.
Pazhamai Maraiya Pudhumai Malara PaadupaduWork hard so the old ways fade and the new ones bloom.
Naagareegam En DeivamModernity is my deity.
Pudhu Nadanamae Enthan SelvamThis new dance is my true wealth.
Bharatha Kalaikalukku Thaai NeeyaeYou’re the mother of the ‘Bharatham’ (traditional) arts.
Aangila PengalinLike the Western women,
Paathaiyil Maarattum InnaaduLet this country change its path.
Tamil Paattukkum Pechukkum Thalai NeeyaeYou’re the leader of Tamil song and speech.
Caprae Nadanam Shake-kkum Twisttum NeeyaaduYou dance the ‘Cabaret’, the Shake, and the Twist.
Kaaviya NaayagiYou’re the heroine of the epics.
Kannkanda DeivamaeYou’re the deity I see before my eyes.
Un Kaavalilae Ennai ValarppaayaeYou’ll raise me under your protection.
Kannadasan’s lyrics present unresolved cultural debates without favoring either side. This duality defines the Malai Arasi Sakthi lyrics meaning. The composition documents mid-century Tamil society’s struggle between ancestral customs and global influences.
