Periyaril Mazha Lyrics Meaning — Kenalum Kinarum | Manaf Ali
Manaf Ali brings the serene beauty of Kerala to life in ‘Periyaril Mazha.’ The poet Shafeeq Rahman writes lyrics that celebrate the Periyar River, while also composing a melody that mirrors its gentle flow. The song is part of the album Kenalum Kinarum, a tribute to the landscapes of Kerala.
Periyaril Mazha
Manaf Ali • From “Kenalum Kinarum”
Lyricist
Shafeeq Rahman
Composer
Shafeeq Rahman
Kenalum Kinarum’s Periyaril Mazha Malayalam Lyrics English Translation
Shafeeq Rahman describes the Periyar as a shy, swaying sweetheart of every Malayali soul. One line translates to, ‘When the rain gently falls over the Periyar, the sky’s overwhelmed with love.’ The wordsmith uses playful waves and blooming forests to create a vivid connection between nature and emotion.
Periyaril Mazha Melle ThookumbolWhen the rain gently falls over the Periyar,
Aaksham Anuraaga Vivashayaakumthe sky’s overwhelmed with love.
Olangal Alathalli Karayellam KalicholliThe waves splash and speak playfully to the banks,
Kannadi Avalozhukumas she flows along like a mirror.
Thellu Naanam KunungiyaanennumShe’s always swaying with a hint of shyness;
Eval Malayala Manasa Kaamukishe’s the sweetheart of every Malayali soul.
Nilayude Theerangal NilaavilaliyumbolWhen the banks of the ‘Nila’ river melt into the moonlight,
Thunchante Paattu Kelkkum‘Thunchan’s’ (the father of Malayalam literature) songs’re heard.
Then Kadaleevanangal PookkumHoney-sweet forests’ll burst into bloom.
Veendumaa Ponkathir Nirakale NeyyuvaanTo weave the golden stalks of grain once more,
Pakalavan Ilaveyil Njorinjudukkumthe sun’ll wear the morning light like pleated silk.
Maamalakal Thazhukum ThennalilaayIn the breeze that caresses the great mountains,
Oru Thooval Pole Neelaakasham Mele Thenni NeengenamI’d like to glide across the blue sky like a feather,
Eni Periyarilhere in the Periyar.
Hrdayasarassile Pranaya NilakalilIn the romantic heights of the heart’s lake,
Thaamara Vidarumbolwhen the lotus finally blooms,
Parimalamozhukumboland its fragrance begins to flow.
Devavrukshangalaal DevaankanamaayaIn the courtyard of gods, surrounded by celestial trees,
Bhoomika Chaarusmithangal Thookumthe earth’ll shower us with beautiful smiles.
Naatunarum Thudiyum MelavumaayWith the rhythm and music that wakes the land,
Oru Janmam Koode Daivam VaazhumGod’ll live for another lifetime.
Mannil Vannu Chekkeraan KothiThere’s a longing to settle down upon this earth,
Periyarilright here in the Periyar.
Periyaril Mazha Melle ThookumbolWhen the rain gently falls over the Periyar,
Aaksham Anuraaga Vivashayaakumthe sky’s overwhelmed with love.
Olangal Alathalli Karayellam KalicholliThe waves splash and speak playfully to the banks,
Kannadi Avalozhukumas she flows along like a mirror.
Thellu Naanam KunungiyaanennumShe’s always swaying with a hint of shyness;
Eval Malayala Manasa Kaamukishe’s the sweetheart of every Malayali soul.
The English lyrics of ‘Periyaril Mazha’ highlight the deep bond between the people of Kerala and their land. Manaf Ali’s performance, paired with Shafeeq Rahman’s composition, makes this song a heartfelt ode to the Periyar River.
