Megam kodutha neerai allal Mannil karaiya vaithai Thaagam theertha gangai thaye Unai allaal veru gathi yaare?
Vanamum malarum kadhirum unnai Vazhipattu needum iraiva Ini yenna koduppen unakku iraiva En nenjai allaal veru ponnum illai English Translation & Meaning Let’s break down the meaning line by line: neer indri vazhvethu iraiva song lyrics in english
While the exact authorship is sometimes attributed to the saint-poet (1810–1896), known for his simple yet profound Tamil verses, the song has become a universal prayer for rain, gratitude for nature, and a reminder of the sacred bond between the Creator and creation. The Lyrics (Transliterated English) Below is the commonly heard version of the song. The chorus repeats the central question: Megam kodutha neerai allal Mannil karaiya vaithai Thaagam
"Oh Lord, what is life without water? Without water, how can one live?" Meaning: The singer directly questions the Divine. Water is not just a resource; it is the very essence of survival. To ask for water is to ask for life itself. The chorus repeats the central question: "Oh Lord,