Lyrics | Artists | Manikka Vinayagam

Manikka Vinayagam

Manikka Vinayagam is an Indian playback singer and actor known for his work in South Indian films, particularly Tamil cinema. Born in Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu on December 10, 1943, Vinayagam came from a family with a strong artistic background, learning Carnatic and Hindustani music from his uncle as well as developing a passion for playing the Nadaswaram, a traditional wind instrument. He made his debut as a playback singer in the Tamil film Dhill with the song "Kannukkulla Gelathi" composed by Vidyasagar. He went on to sing nearly 800 songs across myriad languages and genres,...