Why This Kolaveri Di Lyrics

Dhanush

Why This Kolaveri Di Lyrics by Dhanush

About Why This Kolaveri Di

Why This Kolaveri Di became an instant sensation when it was released in 2012. The catchy tune and simple mix of Tamil and English made it a favorite across age groups. The song, sung by Dhanush and composed by Anirudh Ravichander, is part of the Tamil film 3 and continues to be shared widely online.

Read the full Tamil lyrics of Dhanush's viral hit 'Why This Kolaveri Di' from the movie 3, composed by Anirudh Ravichander.

Why This Kolaveri Di Lyrics Meaning

The lyrics express a teenage boy’s frustration after a breakup. He uses the word 'kolaveri' to describe his angry, heart‑broken feelings, while the playful language shows his attempt to cope with the pain through humor.

Why Why This Kolaveri Di Lyrics Are Popular

Listeners love the song for its easy‑to‑sing chorus, relatable emotions, and the quirky blend of Tamil and English. Its viral spread on social media turned it into a cultural meme, keeping it popular years after its release.

Song Details

SongWhy This Kolaveri Di
Artist/SingerDhanush
CreditsDhanush, Anirudh Ravichander
Movie/Album3
LanguageTamil
Lyrics Written InHinglish
GenreTamil Film Music, Viral Pop

Original Lyrics

Yo Boys..
I am Singing Song..
Soup Song..
Flop Song..


Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?
Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?
Rhythm Correct..
Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?
Maintain please..
Why This Kolaveri? Adee..

ahhh...Distance'la Moon'nu Moon'nu
Moon'nu Color'ru White'tu
White'tu Background Night'tu Night'tu
Night'tu Color'ru Black'ku

Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?
Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?


White'tu Skin'nu Girl'lu Girl'lu
Girl'lu Heart'tu Black'ku

Eyes'su Eyes'su Meet'tu Meet'tu
paiyan Future Dark'ku..

Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?
Why This Kolaveri Kolaveri Kolaveri Dee?

Mama, Notes Eduthuko..
Apdiye Kaila Snacks Eduthuko..
Papapa Papapapa Papapa Pa Pa..
Seriya Vaasi..
Super Mama Ready.. Ready 1 2 3 4..
Va What A Change Over Mama..
Ok Mama.. Nøw Tune Change'ju..

humm..Kaila Glass'su..
Only Ènglish'sa..

humm...Hand'la Glass'su
Glass'la Šcøtch'chu
Èyes'su Full'la Tear'ru
Èmpty Life'fu, Girl Cøme'mu
Life'fu Reverse'su Gear'ru
Ahh..Løve'vu Løve'vu Oh My Løve'vu
Yøu Šhøw Tø Me Bøw'vu
Cøw'vu Cøw'vu Høly Cøw'vu
I Want Yøu Here Nøw'vu
Gød I am Dying Nøw'vu
Šhe Is Happy Høw'vu?
This Šøng'gu Før Šøup Bøys'su
We Døn't Have Chøice'su


Why This Kølaveri Kølaveri Kølaveri Dee
Why This Kølaveri Kølaveri Kølaveri Dee
Why This Kølaveri Kølaveri Kølaveri Dee

Why This Kølaveri Kølaveri Kølaveri Dee

Flop Song..

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Translated Lyrics

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Why This Kolaveri Di Lyrics FAQs

What does the word 'Kolaveri' mean in the song?

In Tamil, 'kolaveri' literally means 'murderous rage' or 'killer anger', used here to describe the singer's frustration after a breakup.

Are there English words in the lyrics of Why This Kolaveri Di?

Yes, the song mixes Tamil with simple English phrases like 'Why this kolaveri di', 'baby', and 'song', creating a catchy, bilingual hook.

Who composed the music for Why This Kolaveri Di?

The music was composed by Anirudh Ravichander, while Dhanush wrote and performed the vocals.