Nannu Brova Neekinta / Abhogi / Adi / Thyagaraja / R K Srikantan

LYRICS AND MEANING Krithi: Nannu Brova Neekinta Ragam: Abhogi Thalam: Adi Composer: Thyagaraja Vocal: R K Srikantan R. K. Srikantan (Rudrapatna Krishnashastri Srikantan) was one of the most revered Carnatic vocalists of the 20th century, born on 14 January 1920 in Rudrapatna, Karnataka, a village renowned for its rich musical heritage. Born into a musically inclined Sankethi Brahmin family, he received his initial training from his father, R. Krishnashastri, a noted gamaka exponent, and was further guided by his brother R. K. Venkatarama Shastri and eminent musicians such as Veene Subbanna and Chowdiah. Deeply influenced by stalwarts like Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer and Ariyakudi Ramanuja Iyengar, Srikantan developed a classical style marked by shruti shuddham (pitch purity), sahitya shuddham (clarity of lyrics), and strict adherence to tradition. He began performing at a young age and later became associated with All India Radio, eventually settling in Bangalore in 1954, where he continued to perform, teach, and promote Carnatic music for several decades. Even into his nineties, he remained musically active, earning immense respect for his scholarship and dedication. Over his illustrious career, he received numerous honors including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the Sangeetha Kalanidhi title from the Music Academy, Madras, and the Padma Bhushan from the Government of India. He was also a devoted teacher whose disciples included prominent musicians such as M. S. Sheela, and his musical legacy was carried forward by his children, including R. S. Ramakanth and Rathnamala Prakash. R. K. Srikantan passed away on 17 February 2014 in Bangalore at the age of 94, leaving behind a lasting impact on the Carnatic music tradition. Violin: M Chandhrashekharan Mridangam: Palghat Raghu Thyagaraja Swami appeals to Lord Rama, asking why he delays in granting protection. He reminds Rama of his lifelong devotion, compares himself to earlier devotees who received his grace, and pleads for the same compassion. Pallavi Nannu brova neekinta tamasama napai neramemi palkuma Anupallavi Chinnanade nee chelimi galga kori chintimpa leda shri rama Charanam Nijadasa varulagu tammulato nivu baga buttagaleda gaja raja rakshaka tanayulanu kani penchaleda tyagarajanuta ---------------------------------------------------------------- Meaning: Oh Rama, why this delay in protecting me? What fault of mine are you finding? When I was a child, did I not long for your companionship? Did You not think of me even then, O Sri Rama? Haven’t You protected Your true devotees and treated them like brothers? Are You not the one who rescued the king of elephants (Gajendra) and raised the sons of the sage? O Lord Rama, praised by this Thyagaraja. ---------------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: These songs have been uploaded solely for listening pleasure and as an archive to preserve Carnatic music. I do not intend to violate any copyrights held by the respective owners of these songs. I do not own any copyright to the content uploaded. If any material infringes on your copyright, please notify me, and I will promptly remove it from my YouTube channel.