P. Susheela brings “Mangaamal Valarum” from the album “Mallika” to life. A. Maruthakasi penned the lyrics, and T. R. Pappa composed the music for this Tamil song. The gentle jingle of anklets introduces a celebration of women’s unique role in dance.
Mangaamal Valarum
P. Susheela • From “Mallika (1957)”
What is the meaning of Mangaamal Valarum Lyrics from Mallika (1957)?
A. Maruthakasi’s lyrics affirm dance as an art that “never fades and keeps growing.” He states “Pengalukke Thani Urimai” (a unique right just for women) applies to this art. He notes “even stones would soften” when a dancer performs.
Mangamal Valarum Singara NadanamA beautiful dance that never fades and keeps growing.
Pengalukke Thani UrimaiIt’s a unique right just for women.
Ennalum Nangal Illamal IdharkuAlways, without us, for this art,
Ulaginil Edhu PerumaiWhat glory would there be in the world?
Mangamal Valarum Singara NadanamA beautiful dance that never fades and keeps growing.
Pengalukke Thani UrimaiIt’s a unique right just for women.
Ennalum Nangal Illamal IdharkuAlways, without us, for this art,
Ulaginil Edhu PerumaiWhat glory would there be in the world?
Jal Jal Endre Kalil KonjiyeWith the ‘jal jal’ jingle, caressing her feet,
Sadhangaiyum Thalam PodumHer anklets will also keep the rhythm.
Kallum Kanindhu UrugidaveEven stones would soften and melt,
Karuvizhigal Irandum Isai PadumWhile both of her dark eyes sing music.
Jal Jal Endre Kalil KonjiyeWith the ‘jal jal’ jingle, caressing her feet,
Sadhangaiyum Thalam PodumHer anklets will also keep the rhythm.
Kallum Kanindhu UrugidaveEven stones would soften and melt,
Karuvizhigal Irandum Isai PadumWhile both of her dark eyes sing music.
Jil Jil Enave Kanbor ManameWith a thrilling sensation, the minds of those who see,
Thannaiye Marandhu AdumWill dance, forgetting themselves.
Mangamal Valarum Singara NadanamA beautiful dance that never fades and keeps growing.
Pengalukke Thani UrimaiIt’s a unique right just for women.
Ennalum Nangal Illamal IdharkuAlways, without us, for this art,
Ulaginil Edhu PerumaiWhat glory would there be in the world?
Asai Nenjam Pesum MozhiyaiThe language that a longing heart speaks,
Azhagiya Mugame KattumOnly her beautiful face will show.
Asaiyum Roja Malar MeniHer swaying body, like a rose flower,
Abhinayathil Puthiya MerugoottumWill add new charm through her ‘abhinaya’ ‘expressive dance acting’.
Adal Padal KalaiyidhanaleIt’s because of this art of dance and song,
Nerum Anandha NilaiyeThat a state of pure bliss arises.
Mangamal Valarum Singara NadanamA beautiful dance that never fades and keeps growing.
Pengalukke Thani UrimaiIt’s a unique right just for women.
Ennalum Nangal Illamal IdharkuAlways, without us, for this art,
Ulaginil Edhu PerumaiWhat glory would there be in the world?
Mangamal Valarum Singara NadanamA beautiful dance that never fades and keeps growing.
Pengalukke Thani UrimaiIt’s a unique right just for women.
Ennalum Nangal Illamal IdharkuAlways, without us, for this art,
Ulaginil Edhu PerumaiWhat glory would there be in the world?
Mangaamal Valarum Music Video
The song concludes that dance would lack glory without women. P. Susheela’s vocal performance emphasizes this ‘Mangaamal Valarum’ lyrics meaning. The 1957 film ‘Mallika’ features this powerful declaration.