Ayya, Ayya... Oh Ayya, Ayya... The Lord is coming... Watch him dance!

Some common themes found in Thanjavur Urumi Melam lyrics include:

Thanjavur Urumi Melam has its roots in the ancient temple traditions of Thanjavur. The ensemble is believed to have originated in the 16th century, during the Vijayanagara Empire. The urumi, the main instrument of the ensemble, is mentioned in ancient Tamil texts such as the Sangam literature and the Tirukkural. Over time, the ensemble evolved and became an integral part of the cultural landscape of Thanjavur.

The Camphor burns bright... before Lord Kathirvelan! The Camphor burns bright... before Goddess Kali Amman!