- Lyricist
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Poottaatha Poottukkal
- Movie release year
- 1980
- Lyrics added on
- 26 Jun 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Aanandham Aanandham Nee Thandhadhu is a joyful celebration of parenthood and domestic bliss. The song captures the deep emotional euphoria of a young couple welcoming their newborn child into the world. The arrival of the child is likened to the dawn of spring, bringing fulfillment, pride, and harmony to the family fold. The lyrics reflect tender parental affection, depicting the joy of singing lullabies and listening to the infant's baby talk. It encapsulates the traditional Tamil cultural ideal of living a prosperous and blessed family life, surrounded by love, societal goodwill, and happiness.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Adukkuthodar (Anaphora / Repetition)
“Aanandham aanandham nee thandhadhu”
The immediate repetition of 'Aanandham aanandham' expresses heightened happiness and joy.
Uwamai (Simile)
“Vaazhai pola vaazhvagae”
Comparing family life to a plantain tree ('Vaazhai pola') symbolizes prosperity, continuity, and flourishing lineage in Tamil tradition.
Edhugai (Second letter rhyming)
“Thaayaagi neeyum paer sollavae / Saeiyodu naalum naan konjavae”
The second letter ' a' matches between 'Thaayaagi' and 'Saeiyodu', creating a pleasing lyrical rhythm.
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Trivia
Poottaatha Poottukkal (1980) was directed by legendary filmmaker J. Mahendran. The song features music composed by Ilaiyaraaja and lyrics penned by Panchu Arunachalam, sung by S. Janaki and Jency.
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