Tholaivinile Vaanam from the Tamil movie Kodeesvaran features Vairamuthu’s beautiful lyrics, Hariharan’s soulful voice, and Aghosh’s gentle music, creating a deeply emotional melody.
English Translation of Tholaivinile Vaanam Song Lyrics
Mmmm… thana nananaa
Mmmm… thana nananaa
Tholaivinilae vaanam
The sky feels far away
Tharai mael naanum
While I stand here on the ground
Thodum aasaigal siraginai virikkuthae
Touching desires spread their wings
Mani maniyaath thooral mazhai naal saaral
Gentle, pearl-like drizzles fall on a rainy day
Pattu poochchigal paarvaiyil parakkuthae
Silken butterflies flutter before my eyes
Nee nadanthu po kooda en nizhal varum
Even if you walk away, my shadow will follow you
Tholaivinilae… ae…
Far away…
Pon vandu vaasal vanthu paadumpozhuthu
When golden beetles come singing at the doorstep
Thaazh pottu vaiththirukkum pookkal yaedhu
Which flowers would stay locked inside then?
Nadhiyalai medhuvaaga varudum velaiyil
When river waves gently caress the shore
Unnaippol naanl odumaa odhungumaa
Like you, should I rush forward or quietly retreat?
Tholaivinilae… vaanam
Far away… the sky
Tharai mael naanum
And I, on the earth below
Thodum aasaigal
The desires that touch me
Siraginai siraginai
Their wings, their wings
Virikkuthae virikkuthae
They open wide, they open wide
Neeyindri naanirunthaal nilavum iruttu
Without you, even the moon feels dark
Ennodu neeyirunthaal iruttum nilavu
With you beside me, even darkness turns into moonlight
Oru thunai virumpaathu ulagil vaazhvathaa
Is it possible to live in this world without longing for a companion?
Adadaa paavam vaalipam vaadidum
Alas, poor youth would simply wither away
Tholaivinilae… vaanam
Far away… the sky
Tholaivinilae… vaanam
Far away… the sky
Tharai mael naanum
And I, on the ground
Tharai mael naanum
Still here on the earth
Thodum aasaigal
The desires that reach out
Thodum aasaigal
Those very desires
Siraginai siraginai
Their wings, their wings
Virikkuthae virikkuthae
They keep spreading, they keep spreading
Nee nadanthu po kooda en nizhal varum
Even if you walk away, my shadow will follow you
Tholaivinilae… ae… hae…
Far away… ae… hey…
Tholaivinile Vaanam is a song that quietly touches the heart with its simplicity and depth. Vairamuthu’s beautiful lyrics paint delicate emotions using nature, distance, and longing, turning everyday feelings into poetry. Hariharan’s lovely singing adds warmth and tenderness to every line, making the song feel personal and deeply emotional. Complemented by Aghosh’s soothing music, the melody flows effortlessly, allowing the words and voice to shine. Together, these elements make Tholaivinile Vaanam a timeless song that lingers in the listener’s heart long after it ends.