Ninnu Kori

By Tapaswini, Upasana, Sweety, and Namita

The song “Ninnu Kori” is composed by Sri Poochi Srinivasa Iyengar in the early 20th century. It is a heartfelt composition that expresses deep devotion and longing for the divine. The poet conveys his profound love and attachment to God, portraying the relationship as a source of support and guidance. Through rich imagery and emotional depth, the poem reflects on the inseparable bond between the devotee and the divine presence, emphasizing the importance of this connection in every aspect of life. The poem serves as an ode to spiritual devotion and the unwavering faith that sustains the poet through life's challenges. We hope you enjoy this beautiful piece!

Lyrics and Translation

Pallavi: Ninnu kori ninnu kori

Ninnodalu nitya sahayi

Pallavi: I seek you, I seek you,

You are my eternal companion.

Anupallavi: Ninnu nadi bhandhamu

Nene jeevitha joti

Ninno bhandhavulu

Kavalika, kavalika

Anupallavi: You are my support in life,

I am the light of life itself.

You are my relatives,

Oh, protect me, protect me.

Charanam 1: Kanti panchama bhanjalu

Karinche manasula mandaru

Kanti gopikula

Kamalakshi, kamalakshi

Charanam 1: The fifth note of the scale,

Residing in the minds of all beings.

Among the Gopis,

Oh Kamalakshi, Kamalakshi.

Charanam 2: Nee nayanalu nannadi

Nene jeevana prathi roju

Ninnu nadi bhandhamu

Nenu jeevitha joti

Charanam 2: Your eyes belong to me,

You are my life, every single day.

You are my support in life,

I am the light of life itself.

Charanam 3: Ninnu kori ninnu kori

Ninnodalu nitya sahayi

Kanti panchama bhanjalu

Karinche manasula mandaru

Charanam 3: I seek you, I seek you,

You are my eternal companion.

The fifth note of the scale,

Residing in the minds of all beings.