S. J. Jananiy performs and composes ‘Oliyaadudhu’ for the Rail album. Rameshvaidya’s lyrics mirror the Karthigai Deepam festival’s spiritual calm. The track creates a hopeful atmosphere through light imagery.
Released: July 5, 2024
Oliyaadudhu
S. J. Jananiy • From “Rail”
Oliyaadudhu Lyrics Translation S. J. Jananiy | Rail
Rameshvaidya describes darkness fleeing as light spreads. Words like ‘fate is changing, karma is ending’ signal a new phase. S. J. Jananiy’s vocals reinforce this shift toward renewal.
Arumeenena Thamizh PaadiyaPraised in Tamil as the rare ‘Arumeen’ stars,
Thirukaarthigai DheepamIt’s the light of the holy Karthigai Deepam.
Muzhuvaanilum ArasaalgiraRuling over the entire sky above,
Nilavum Inai SerumThe full moon joins the celebration.
Thirukaarthigai DhinameOn this auspicious Karthigai day,
Engal Thiruve VaruvaayeOh divine prosperity, won’t you come?
Irul Pokkidum VazhiyaiThe path that dispels the darkness,
Oli Sirippaal TharuvaayeGrant it with a smile of light.
Pori Polum Ven Malar PolavumLike fiery sparks and like white flowers,
Sirippe ManamengumSmiles fill up our hearts.
Karivaanamum KaruvaanaththilEven in the dark sky, within the black,
Oli Poovena SindhumLight scatters like falling flowers.
Karinaalodu KeduneramumLet the dark days and unlucky times,
Innaalodu AgalaDepart for good with this day.
Oli Veesudhu Oli VeesudhuIt’s casting light, it’s casting light,
Oyilaana Man AgaleThis beautiful earthen lamp.
Oliyaadudhu SudaraadudhuThe light plays and the flame dances,
ThirunaalidhudhaaneFor this is the holy festival day.
Manadhodoru KanavaanadhuWhat was once a dream in the mind,
Nanavaagira NaaleIs becoming reality today.
Vidhi Maarudhu Vinai TheeruthuFate is changing, karma is clearing,
Vidivaaguthu PagaleThe day is breaking into dawn.
Irulodudhu IrulodudhuDarkness runs, darkness runs away,
Oli Veesudhu AgaleAs the lamp shines its light.
Agamengilum Sugam PongidumHappiness will overflow within,
Idham Thangidum DhinameOn this day where comfort stays.
Thodarvedhanai IdaraadhenaThinking that pain is no obstacle,
Dhidamkondadhu ManameThe mind has found its resolve.
Thuyar Theerkkira ThunaiyaaiavanThe Companion who cures all sorrow,
Varuvaanena IruppenI’ll wait, believing he will come.
Irulodudhu IrulodudhuDarkness runs, darkness runs away,
Oli Veesudhu AgaleAs the lamp shines its light.
Oliyaadudhu Music Video
Light’s victory over inner shadows defines the Oliyaadudhu lyrics meaning. S. J. Jananiy’s melody supports Rameshvaidya’s message of renewal. This Rail album piece connects festival traditions with personal transformation.