I have heard this Swathi padam before, I guess it was in mohiniyattam
performance, I never understood the lyrics well and the concentration was
always on the dance. Happen to hear the contemporary version of this song, sung
by Bhadhra and had to google for lyrics and meaning. One of the best of Swathi
padams, noted for its bhava as well as the literary beauty … The traditional
version is equally captivating
Oh ALIVENI!- tresses having the hue of
black bee! Alas! What shall I do now? Oh MANINI- the respectable lady!
Lotus-eyed SRI PADMANAHA has not come yet! What shall I do?
Oh KOMALANGI- having a charming form! Tell me, what is the use of all these? The humming of the bees, the gentle breeze, sandal paste and the fragrant flowers like jasmine etc., if my beloved does not turn up?
I do not know who is the blessed damsel on this earth, enjoying the company of SARASAKSHA, the one who resembles Cupid! I keep looking out for Him to come by the usual path. I cannot see, as my eyes are brimming with tears.
Has my darling forgotten all the sweet words he uttered when we were together? Oh KAMBUKANTHI -one with a neck like a conch! Don't delay anymore. Please tell Him my miserable state and bring Him at once to me.
Oh KOMALANGI- having a charming form! Tell me, what is the use of all these? The humming of the bees, the gentle breeze, sandal paste and the fragrant flowers like jasmine etc., if my beloved does not turn up?
I do not know who is the blessed damsel on this earth, enjoying the company of SARASAKSHA, the one who resembles Cupid! I keep looking out for Him to come by the usual path. I cannot see, as my eyes are brimming with tears.
Has my darling forgotten all the sweet words he uttered when we were together? Oh KAMBUKANTHI -one with a neck like a conch! Don't delay anymore. Please tell Him my miserable state and bring Him at once to me.
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for other padamas and keerthanas.
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