Sid Sriram opens Neethoney Neethoney, a bright dedication on Ahimsa. Satya Yamini joins, the collaborator, to add verses about staying close. Chandra Bose writes the poetry, the poet, he weaves heartfelt images, while R. P. Patnaik creates the beat, the arranger, he builds a steady foundation.
Chandra Bose writes the line, When my step aligns with yours, that very moment’s a ‘wedding’, describing a simple motion that becomes a sacred union. The lyricist mentions a blooming lotus, a pure flower that stays untouched, and protective armor, a shield that never leaves the side. These objects offer devotion and safety, leaving no room for doubt. The verse tells a story of endless closeness, using tangible symbols.
Kalalo ayinaa kalayikalo ayinaaWhether it’s in a dream or a real encounter,
Kalalo ayinaa kalayikalo ayinaaWhether it’s in a dream or a real encounter,
Kalisundani kaalaalayinaaEven if the times demand we stay together,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Edutevunnaa edaloney vunnaaWhether you’re right before me or deep in my heart,
Edutevunnaa edaloney vunnaaWhether you’re right before me or deep in my heart,
Ae doora theeraanunnaaOr on some distant shore,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Nee jathagaa aduge padagaaWhen my step aligns with yours,
Aa kshaname kalyanameyThat very moment’s a ‘wedding’,
Nee chelime mudule padagaaWhen your friendship ties the knot,
Aa chanuve maangalyameyThat closeness becomes the ‘sacred thread’,
Nunu lethaga muni velluWhen those soft, delicate fingertips,
Medavonpuna chesenu ennadooOnce traced the curve of your neck,
Vidiponani vaagdhaanameyIt was a promise to never part,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Nee manase virise kamalamYour heart’s a blooming lotus,
Ae malinam ninnantadeyNo impurity can ever touch you,
Naa manase bigise kavachamMy heart’s a protective armor,
Ae samayam ninu veedadeyThat’ll never leave your side at any time,
Kovela sidhilam ayinaaEven if the temple falls to ruin,
Devatha kalushitam avadeyThe deity within’s never defiled,
Nammave nanu nammave maa ammaveBelieve me, please believe me, you’re my beloved goddess,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
Neethoney neethoney neethoney neneppudooI’m always with you, with you, with you,
Naathoney naathoney nuvveppudooYou’re always with me, with me,
The ‘Neethoney Neethoney’ lyrics bring calm, devotion. The chemistry between Sid Sriram, Satya Yamini, R. P. Patnaik, Chandrabose makes Neethoney Neethoney a soothing hymn.
