M. G. Sreekumar brings warmth to ‘Unni Ganapathiye,’ a festive track from the album Pattabhiraman. Kaithapram writes the lyrics, calling Ganapathi like a beloved child, while M. Jayachandran composes a melody that invites celebration. The song feels like a joyful invitation to a feast.
Unni Ganapathiye
M. G. Sreekumar • From “Pattabhiraman”
Pattabhiraman’s Unni Ganapathiye Malayalam Lyrics English Translation
Kaithapram’s words list traditional Kerala dishes, from ‘kichadi’ to ‘paal paayasam,’ creating a vivid image of a wedding feast. The poet asks Ganapathi to join the festivities, describing the food with love and devotion. The lyrics, ‘Oh, little Ganapathi, my very own little Ganapathi,’ echo a tender plea to the divine.
Vaa Vaa Pon Manjal PooveCome, come, my golden turmeric flower.
Vaa Vaa Pooventhum TheneCome, come, you honey-filled blossom.
Vaa Vaa Poomaalai Penne VaaCome, come, my girl adorned with flowers, please come.
Vaa Vaa Sandana ThereCome, come, you chariot of sandalwood.
Vaa Vaa MangalaseereCome, come, you vision of auspiciousness.
Vaa Vaa Kunkuma Penne VaaCome, come, my girl radiant as ‘kumkum’ powder, please come.
Kannammaa KannammaaMy dearest, my dearest.
Unni Ganapathiye Ente Unni GanapathiyeOh, little Ganapathi, my very own little Ganapathi.
Kumba Nira Choru Tharaam Unni GanapathiyeI’ll give you a belly full of rice, my little Ganapathi.
Sollu Sollu SollammaaTell me, tell me, please tell me, my dear.
Unni Ganapathiye Ente Unni GanapathiyeOh, little Ganapathi, my very own little Ganapathi.
Kumba Nira Choru Tharaam Unni GanapathiyeI’ll give you a belly full of rice, my little Ganapathi.
Paaru Paaru PaarammaaLook here, look here, please look, my dear.
Kumbil Kichadiyum Ila Thumbathu PachadiyumThere’s ‘kichadi’ in a leaf-cup and ‘pachadi’ on the tip of the leaf.
Maambazha Kaalanumundu Pilla GanapathiyeAnd there’s a mango ‘kaalan’ curry, oh dear child Ganapathi.
Kondaattam Kondaa Pappadam KondaaBring on the festivities, bring on the ‘pappadam’ crisps!
Upperi Vatti Kondaa Olanerisseri Choodeode KondaaBring a serving of ‘upperi’ chips, bring the ‘olan’ and ‘erisseri’ curries while they’re hot!
Kalyaana Sadya KondaaBring on the wedding feast!
Vellottu Chattukavauum Rasakkoottinte UppariyumA bronze ladle for the flavorful ‘rasam’ broth and its side dish.
Mangalamelathilum Paal Paayasam KettariyumAmidst the festive music, everyone knows of the milky ‘paal paayasam’ dessert.
Kannoonchalaadan Morum Kootti NallonamunnaamWe can play on the swing and feast with some buttermilk to drink.
Nala Ruchi Nirayumaviyal Thoran SaambaarumThe wonderfully tasty ‘aviyal’, ‘thoran’, and ‘saambaar’ dishes.
Manam NiraykkumalloIt’ll surely fill your heart with delight.
Unni Ganapathiye Ente Unni GanapathiyeOh, little Ganapathi, my very own little Ganapathi.
Kumba Nira Choru Tharaam Unni GanapathiyeI’ll give you a belly full of rice, my little Ganapathi.
Kumbil Kichadiyum Ila Thumbathu PachadiyumThere’s ‘kichadi’ in a leaf-cup and ‘pachadi’ on the tip of the leaf.
Maambazha Kaalanumundu Pilla GanapathiyeAnd there’s a mango ‘kaalan’ curry, oh dear child Ganapathi.
Jeevitha Sadyavattam Puthu Jeevante ThaalavattamThis life is a grand feast, a new rhythm for the soul.
Kannate Raadhayalle Nee Raamante SeethayalleAren’t you Krishna’s Radha? Aren’t you Rama’s Sita?
Aanadha Naalaay Koottam Koodi ChirakurummaanOn this day of joy, we’ve all gathered to chirp with happiness.
Ennumullil Oottupuraykkullil Thenoorum Nanma ThanInside the great dining hall, goodness always flows like honey.
Thirumadhuramithaa ThillaanaaThis divine sweetness is a joyful ‘thillana’ dance!
Unni Ganapathiye Ente Unni GanapathiyeOh, little Ganapathi, my very own little Ganapathi.
Kumba Nira Choru Tharaam Unni GanapathiyeI’ll give you a belly full of rice, my little Ganapathi.
Kumbil Kichadiyum Ila Thumbathu PachadiyumWith ‘kichadi’ in a leaf-cup and ‘pachadi’ on the tip of a leaf.
Maambazha Kaalanumundu Pilla GanapathiyeAnd a mango ‘kaalan’ curry as well, oh child Ganapathi.
Kondaattam Kondaa Pappadam KondaaBring on the celebration, bring on the ‘pappadam’ crisps!
Upperi Vatti Kondaa Olanerisseri Choodeode KondaaBring a serving of ‘upperi’ chips, bring the ‘olan’ and ‘erisseri’ curries while they’re hot!
Kalyaana Sadya KondaaBring on the wedding feast!
Unni Ganapathiye Music Video
‘Unni Ganapathiye’ is about the joy of celebration. The lyrics show how food and faith come together in a Kerala wedding feast. M. G. Sreekumar’s vocals bring the festive spirit to life.