Pazham Neeyappa Lyrics Translation — Thiruvilaiyadal | K. V. Mahadevan | Kannadasan

K.V. Mahadevan composes the music for ‘Pazham Neeyappa,’ a Tamil devotional song from the album Thiruvilaiyadal. Kannadasan pens the lyrics, blending devotion with poetic elegance. The track is performed by K.B. Sundarambal, whose voice brings a divine warmth to the song.

Pazham Neeyappa Lyrics Translation — Thiruvilaiyadal | K. V. Mahadevan | Kannadasan
Released: January 22, 2026

Pazham Neeyappa

K. V. Mahadevan | Kannadasan • From “Thiruvilaiyadal”

Lyricist
Kannadasan
Composer
K. V. Mahadevan

Thiruvilaiyadal’s Pazham Neeyappa Tamil Lyrics English Translation

Kannadasan writes vivid lines, describing the Lord as ‘the fruit of divine wisdom’ and ‘the Tamil fruit of eternal wisdom.’ The poet mentions sacred imagery like lotuses and the ‘Karthigai maidens,’ creating a tapestry of divine love and cultural pride. The lyrics also urge the Lord to return, showing a heartfelt plea for divine presence.

Pazham NeeyappaYou’re the fruit, Oh Lord
Gnana Pazham NeeyappaYou’re the fruit of divine wisdom
Thamizh Gnana Pazham NeeyappaYou’re the Tamil fruit of eternal wisdom
Kannondril Kanalai VandhaiYou emerged as a spark from the sacred eye
Netri Kannondril Kanalai VandhaiYou emerged as a flame from the ‘third eye’
Aaru Kamalaththil Uruvai NindraiYou stood as a divine form within six lotuses
Aaru Kamalaththil Uruvai NindraiYou manifested your presence in six lotus blossoms
Karthigai Pen Paal UndaiYou drank the milk of the ‘Karthigai maidens’
Thiru Karthigai Pen Paal UndaiYou drank the sacred milk of the ‘Karthigai maidens’
Ulagannai Anaippaale Thirumeni Oru SerthaThe World Mother’s embrace merged your bodies into one
Thamizh Gnana Pazham NeeyappaYou’re the Tamil fruit of eternal wisdom
Oorundu PerunduYou’ve a home and a name
Uravundu Sugamundu Utrar PetrarumunduYou’ve kin, comfort, and parents who adore you
Neerunda Megangal Ninradum KailaiyilIn ‘Kailash’ where water-laden clouds dance
Neevaazha Idamum UnduThere’s a place for you to dwell
Thaaiyundu ManamunduYou’ve a mother and her heart
Anbulla ThandhaikkuFor your loving father
Thaladha Paasam UnduThere’s an unwavering bond of affection
Un Thaththuvam Thavarendru SollavumTo claim your philosophy is mistaken
Avvaiyin Thamizhukku Urimai UnduThe Tamil of ‘Avvaiyar’ has the rightful authority
Aaruvadhu Sinam Kooruvadhu ThamizhTamil teaches that anger should be quelled
Ariyaadha Siruvana NeeAre you just an ignorant boy?
Maruvadhu Manam Seruvadhu InamThe mind softens and the family reunites
Theriyaadha Murugana NeeAre you a ‘Murugan’ who doesn’t understand?
Yerumayil YeruMount your peacock
Eesanidam NaaduSeek ‘Lord Shiva’
Inmugam Kaattava NeeWon’t you show your smiling face?
Yetrukkolvai KoottichchelvenAccept my words and I’ll lead the way
Ennudan Odivaa NeeCome running along with me
Ennudan Odivaa NeeRush back to me now

Pazham Neeyappa Music Video

The translation of ‘Pazham Neeyappa’ lyrics highlights devotion and Tamil heritage. K.B. Sundarambal’s rendition offers a touching tribute to Murugan in this Tamil classic.