While Vaali wrote over 15,000 songs, many of his iconic lyrics have been compiled into book form for fans and researchers.
Vaali’s prose works provide a unique lens into the history of the Tamil film industry and his own life. kavignar vaali books
In this deeply emotional book, Vaali writes about his mother. Amma is a collection of poems and prose that captures the love, respect, and deep bond he shared with her. It is considered one of his most touching works, reflecting his personal, human side. While Vaali wrote over 15,000 songs, many of
As a devout follower of Vaishnavism, Vaali poured his heart into Ramanuja Kaviyam , a biographical epic dedicated to the life and philosophy of the 11th-century saint and social reformer Sri Ramanuja. The book highlights Ramanuja’s revolutionary steps toward social equality, his temple reforms, and his philosophical treatises, written in a deeply moving devotional style. Biographies and Historical Tributes Amma is a collection of poems and prose
Vaali's literary oeuvre is vast and diverse, comprising numerous poetry collections, short story anthologies, and translations. Some of his most notable works include:
Born T. S. Rangarajan on October 29, 1931, in the temple town of Srirangam, Vaali was a multi-faceted personality who wore many hats—poet, lyricist, writer, and actor. His foray into the arts was accidental; initially aspiring to be a painter and later a theatre enthusiast, he eventually found his calling in poetry. Vaali’s career in the Tamil film industry spanned five decades, during which he wrote over 15,000 film songs, a world record, and worked with legends from Sivaji Ganesan to Rajinikanth. He was often hailed as the " Vaaliba Kavignar " (Youthful Poet) for the energy and modernity his lyrics brought to the screen.