Manam Padaithen Lyrics Meaning: Kandhan Karunai | K. V. Mahadevan | Kannadasan
K. V. Mahadevan composes a timeless melody, while Kannadasan writes heartfelt lyrics for ‘Manam Padaithen’. P. Susheela lends her voice to this song from the album Kandhan Karunai, bringing the words to life with her warm vocals. The track follows a poetic path of devotion and love.
Released: January 22, 2026
Manam Padaithen
K. V. Mahadevan | Kannadasan • From “Kandhan Karunai”
Lyricist
Kannadasan
Composer
K. V. Mahadevan
Kandhan Karunai’s Manam Padaithen Tamil Lyrics English Meaning
Kannadasan pens a story of divine love, using vivid references to drums, conches, and spears. One key line translates to ‘I’ve taken this form to marry you’, expressing a deep commitment. The wordsmith crafts a narrative where love becomes a sacred bond, blending mythology with personal longing.
Manam PadaithenI’ve been given a mind
Unnai Ninaippadharkkujust to keep you in my thoughts
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this form to marry you
Manam PadaithenI was granted a heart
Unnai Ninaippadharkkuto think of only you
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this shape to be your bride
Mathalam Melam MurasolikkaWith the ‘mathalam’ drum and other drums sounding loudly
Varisangam Nindrange Oli IsaikkaAnd rows of conches echoing their holy music
Mathalam Melam MurasolikkaWhile the ‘mathalam’ and drums resonate
Varisangam Nindrange Oli IsaikkaAnd the rows of conches play their part
Kai Thalam Naan Pattra Kanavu KandenI dreamt of holding your hand in mine
Kanavu KandenI had that beautiful dream
Kai Thalam Naan Pattra Kanavu KandenI dreamt of the moment I’d grasp your hand
Andha Kanavugal Nanavaga Uravu ThandhaiYou’ve turned those dreams into a true bond
Manam PadaithenI’ve been given a mind
Unnai Ninaippadharkkuto keep you in my thoughts
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this form to marry you
Palliyaraiyil Naan ThanithirundhenI was all alone in my bedchamber
Pakkathil Vandhu Nee Kan MaraithaiYou came close and then vanished from my sight
Palliyaraiyil Naan ThanithirundhenAs I sat lonely in my chamber
Pakkathil Vandhu Nee Kan MaraithaiYou appeared by my side and then disappeared
Thulli Ezhundhu Naan Thedi NindrenI leaped up and stood there searching for you
Thulli Ezhundhu Naan Thedi NindrenI jumped up and went looking for you
Thozhi Thookkaththin Kanavendru Than UraithalMy friend said it was just a dream in my sleep
Manam PadaithenI’ve been blessed with a heart
Manam PadaithenI was given a mind
Unnai Ninaippadharkkuto think only of you
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this form to marry you
Sevvel Ena Nee Peyar KondaiYou’re named ‘Sevvel’ after your crimson spear
Sol Vel Kondu Nee Thamizh VendraiYou’ve conquered Tamil with your ‘Sol Vel’ spear of words
Sevvel Ena Nee Peyar KondaiYou carry the name ‘Sevvel’ for your spear
Sol Vel Kondu Nee Thamizh VendraiYou’ve mastered Tamil with your eloquent spear
Kai Vel Kondu Nee Pagai VendraiYou’ve defeated enemies with the ‘Kai Vel’ spear in your hand
Kai Vel Kondu Nee Pagai VendraiWith the spear in your hand, you crushed your foes
Iru Kan Vel Kondu Nee Enai VendraiBut with the spears of your two eyes, you’ve won me over
Manam PadaithenI’ve been given a heart
Unnai Ninaippadharkkuto keep you in my thoughts
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this form to marry you
Manam PadaithenI’ve been given a mind
Unnai Ninaippadharkkuto think only of you
Naan Vadiveduthen Unnai ManappadharkkuI’ve taken this form to marry you
The ‘Manam Padaithen’ lyrics offer a heartfelt tribute to devotion. This Tamil song by P. Susheela, composed by K. V. Mahadevan, remains a classic for its emotional depth.
