“Thenkizhakku,” a beautiful lullaby from the Tamil film Vaazhai, is a poetic tribute to the pleasures of motherhood and the endless love between a mother and her child. Translated from Tamil to English, the title symbolizes the southeastern direction, often associated with new beginnings, while the lyrics masterfully express the concepts of nurturing and optimism. This heartfelt song, featuring Dhee’s beautiful voice and starring Nikhila Vimal, pays respect to the mother-daughter relationship.
Yugabharathi’s Tamil lyrics depict a tapestry of love, ambitions, and goals for the kid. The song’s words, such as “Ethanaiyo Kaalam Vaaradha Vaanavil, Vandhadhu Pol Nee Pesu…” (You talk like a rainbow that hasn’t appeared in decades), effectively capture the song’s central theme of amazement and optimism. “Thenkizhakku” in Tamil is about a mother’s unconditional love and hopes for her child, as conveyed by Yugabharathi’s moving lyrics.
Vaazhai Movie’s Thenkizhakku Lyrics (with English Meaning)
Thenkizhakku Then Chittu
A honey bird from the southeast…
Sembaruthi Poo Mottu
A hibiscus flower bud…
Sellam Konjudhe Thalaattu
The baby is being lulled to sleep…
Ethanaiyo Kaalam Vaaradha Vaanavil
Like a rainbow that hasn’t appeared for ages,
Vandhadhu Pol Nee Pesu
You speak to me.
Uchiyil Neendum Aakasa Meenenna
Like a celestial fish swimming in the sky,
Thullidudhe Un Aasai
Your desires leap.
Mazhai Adikkum Un Sirippil
In your laughter, it rains,
Sedi Mulaikkum Naan Poovaaga
And I become a flower from a plant.
Veyil Adikkum Naal Varaiyum
Until the sun shines,
Kudai Pidippen Un Thaayaaga
I will hold you close as your mother.
Nee Nee Sollum Kadhai
The story you tell,
Naan Naan Kaekkum Vara
The boon I ask for,
Naamavom Maaya Paravaigale
We will become magical birds.
Thenkizhakku Then Chittu
A honey bird from the southeast…
Sembaruthi Poo Mottu
A hibiscus flower bud…
Sellam Konjudhe Thalaattu
The baby is being lulled to sleep…
Oththaiyil Pogum Vettaveli Megam
A lone cloud in the open sky,
Metteduthu Paadaadho Rekkaivirichchi
Spread your wings and sing a tune.
Sitherumbu Podum Natchathira Kolam
Like the star patterns drawn by ants,
Solladuthu Veesaadho Unna Rasichchu
Admire yourself and spread the word.
Therinjche Nee Seiyyum Settai
The mischief you knowingly do,
Thelivaga Unna Kaattu
Clearly shows you.
Adhil Kodi Raagam Naanum Meetta
I played a million melodies in it.
Theruvengum Thera Otta
Drive the chariot through the streets,
Maramellaam Oonjal Aatta
Let all the trees swing.
Perugaadho Kaalam Vegam Koota
May time not increase its speed.
Panangarkum Paal Surakkum
The palm tree will give milk,
Adha Ninaichche Nee Kondaadu
Think of that and celebrate.
Pasi Marakkum Naal Pirakkum
The day when hunger is forgotten will come,
Vali Marandhe Nee Kooththaadu
Forget the pain and dance.
Nee Nee Sollum Kadhai
The story you tell,
Naan Naan Kaekkum Vara
The boon I ask for,
Naamavom Maaya Paravaigale
We will become magical birds.
Panangarkum Paal Surakkum
The palm tree will give milk,
Adha Ninaichche Nee Kondaadu
Think of that and celebrate.
Pasi Marakkum Naal Pirakkum
The day when hunger is forgotten will come,
Vali Marandhe Nee Kooththaadu
Forget the pain and dance.
Thenkizhakku Music Video
The music video for “Thenkizhakku” is visual poetry that reflects the emotional depth of the lyrics. Mari Selvaraj’s directing, along with Nikhila Vimal’s moving depiction of a mother, results in an immersive experience that pulls at the heartstrings.
| Title | Thenkizhakku |
| Movie/Album | Vaazhai |
| Singer(s) | Dhee |
| Songwriter(s) | Yugabharathi |
| Music Composer(s) | Santhosh Narayanan |
| Actors | Nikhila Vimal |