Nilave Ennidam Nerungathe Lyrics Translation | Ramu | M. S. Viswanathan | P. B. Sreenivas
P. B. Sreenivas lends his voice to the timeless classic ‘Nilave Ennidam Nerungathe,’ a gem from the album ‘Ramu.’ M. S. Viswanathan crafts the melody, while Kannadasan pens the heartfelt lyrics. The song captures a dialogue between a troubled soul and the moon.
Kannadasan writes lyrics that plead with the moon to stay away, as the narrator feels unworthy of its beauty. The line ‘Who’ll open the door to my heart?’ reflects the deep longing for connection. The poet uses the moon and flowers as symbols of unattainable comfort.
Niththiraiyil VanthuWho’s the one who came in my sleep,
Nenjil Idam Kondaand took a place in my heart?
Uththaman Yaarodi ThozhiTell me who that ‘noble man’ is, my friend.
Niththiraiyil VanthuHe came to me in my sleep,
Nenjil Idam Kondaand he took a place in my heart.
Uththaman YaarodiWho is that ‘noble man’?
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
Malare Ennidam MayangatheFlower, don’t be captivated by me.
Nee Mayangum Vagaiyil NaanillaiI’m not the kind of person you should fall for.
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
Kodaiyil Oru Naal Mazhai VaralaamIt might rain one day in the summer,
En Kolaththil Inimel Ezhil Varumobut will beauty ever return to my life?
Paalaiyil Oru Naal Kodi VaralaamA vine might grow in the desert one day,
En Paarvaiyil Inimel Sugam Varumobut will my eyes ever find comfort again?
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
Oomaiyin Kanavai Yaar ArivaarWho could ever know a mute person’s dream?
En Ullaththin Kathavai Yaar ThirappaarWho’ll open the door to my heart?
Moodiya Megam KalaiyumunneBefore the dark clouds disperse,
Nee Paada Vanthaayo Vennilavehave you come to sing for me, silver moon?
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
Amaidhi Illaatha NeraththileDuring a time when there was no peace,
Antha Aandavan Ennaiye Padaiththu VittaanGod went ahead and created me.
Nimmathi Izhanthu Naan AlaintheinI’ve wandered aimlessly after losing my peace.
Intha Nilaiyil Unnai Yein Thoothu VitanWhy did He send you as a messenger in this state?
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
Malare Ennidam MayangatheFlower, don’t be captivated by me.
Nee Mayangum Vagaiyil NaanillaiI’m not the kind of person you should fall for.
Nilave Ennidam NerungatheMoon, don’t come near me.
Nee Ninaikkum Idaththil NaanillaiI’m not in the place you think I am.
If you want to understand ‘Nilave Ennidam Nerungathe,’ the lyrics explore themes of loneliness and self-doubt. Featuring P. B. Sreenivas, this Tamil classic remains a moving reflection on human vulnerability.
