Undakki Vittavargal is a profound philosophical masterpiece from the classic Tamil film Mugarasi, brought to life by the legendary T. M. Soundarajan. This evocative track delves into the transient nature of life, contrasting worldly achievements with the inevitable reality of death. TMS’s powerful vocals perfectly capture the somber yet enlightening message, making it a standout piece in the album that continues to resonate with listeners across generations.

Undakki Vittavargal

T. M. Soundarajan • From “Mugarasi”

Lyricist: Kannadasan
Composer: K. V. Mahadevan

What is the meaning of Undakki Vittavargal Lyrics from Mugarasi?

The lyrics paint a striking picture of existence, beginning with the poignant line, “Two souls brought me into existence, four shoulders will carry me out.” This stark reminder of our journey’s start and end sets the tone for subsequent verses. Whether it’s the wealthy man who “raised an eight-story mansion” only to rest in “eight feet of earth,” the song highlights how material success ultimately fades.

Undaaki Vittavargal Rendu PeruTwo souls brought me into existence

Inge Konduvandhu Pottavargal Naalu PeruFour shoulders will carry me out when I’m done

Kondaadum Podhu Oru Nooru PeruA hundred voices cheer when I’m winning the race

Uyir Kooduvitu Ponapinne Kooda YaaruBut who walks with me when the soul leaves this space?

Undaaki Vittavargal Rendu PeruTwo souls brought me into existence

Inge Konduvandhu Pottavargal Naalu PeruFour shoulders will carry me out when I’m done

Kondaadum Podhu Oru Nooru PeruA hundred voices cheer when I’m winning the race

Uyir Kooduvitu Ponapinne Kooda YaaruBut who walks with me when the soul leaves this space?

Undaaki Vittavargal Rendu PeruTwo souls brought me into existence

Inge Konduvandhu Pottavargal Naalu PeruFour shoulders will carry me out when I’m done

Theeraadha Noigalaiyum Theerthu MudithaanHe conquered diseases that refused to fade

Ivan Seraadha Vaithiyathai Serndhu PadithaanLearned rare medical arts that no others surveyed

Padithaan MudithaanHe studied it, he finished it

Theeraadha Noigalaiyum Theerthu MudithaanHe conquered diseases that refused to fade

Ivan Seraadha Vaithiyathai Serndhu PadithaanLearned rare medical arts that no others surveyed

Pirar Noyi Theerkum VaithiyanThe healer who cured the stranger’s pain

Thann Noyi Theerka Maataamal Paai Pottu ThoongudhappaCouldn’t cure his own, on a simple mat he’s lain

Uyirum Peiyodu SerndhadhappaHis life and the phantom have merged on the plain

Undaaki Vittavargal Rendu PeruTwo souls brought me into existence

Inge Konduvandhu Pottavargal Naalu PeruFour shoulders will carry me out when I’m done

Kalyanam Seivadharkum Naal SoluvaarHe foretold the lucky hour for the wedding vow

Endha Kaariyathai Seivadharkum Thedhi KuripaarMarked the perfect dates for the here and now

Kalyanam Seivadharkum Naal SoluvaarHe foretold the lucky hour for the wedding vow

Endha Kaariyathai Seivadharkum Thedhi KuripaarMarked the perfect dates for the here and now

Nalla Seidhi Sollum JosiyarkkumEven for the astrologer who preached only light

Needhi Sollum Saavu Vandhu Thedhi Vaithu VittadhadiyoDeath, the grim judge, set his final date tonight

Kanakil Meedhi Vaikka VillaiyadiyoLeaving no remainder in the math, only night

Undaaki Vittavargal Rendu PeruTwo souls brought me into existence

Inge Konduvandhu Pottavargal Naalu PeruFour shoulders will carry me out when I’m done

Pattanathil Paadhi Ivan Vaangi MudithaanHe bought half the city, a wealthy feat

Andha Pattayathil Kandadhupol VelieduthaanExpanded his boundaries, made the deed complete

Eduthaan MudithaanHe took it, he finished it

Pattanathil Paadhi Ivan Vaangi MudithaanHe bought half the city, a wealthy feat

Andha Pattayathil Kandadhupol VelieduthaanExpanded his boundaries, made the deed complete

Adhil Ettadukku Maadi Vaithu Kattidathai KattivituRaised an eight-story mansion, a towering pride

Ettadikul Vandhu PaaduthaarNow he rests in eight feet of earth, nowhere to hide

Mannai Kottiyavan Veli EduthaanThe one who moved earth is now buried inside