- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singer
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- Salil Chowdhury
- Movie name
- Azhiyadha Kolangal
- Movie release year
- 1979
- Lyrics added on
- 19 Jun 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Naan Ennum Pozhudhu' is a deeply nostalgic and evocative song from Balu Mahendra's debut directorial film 'Azhiyadha Kolangal' (1979). The song captures the innocence of youth, fond memories, and the sweet lingering feeling of self-discovery and reflection. The speaker reflects on how memories carved into the heart like intricate art ('kolam') never fade over time, bringing profound happiness whenever recollected. The imagery evokes serene nature—riverbanks, springs, palm fronds, and gentle breezes—symbolizing the boundless forms of pleasure that sweet memories bring to the soul.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagaim)
“Nenjil itta kolam ellaam azhivadhillai”
Comparing cherished memories and emotions etched in the mind to decorative rangoli patterns ('kolam') drawn in the heart that never get erased.
Rhyme & Assonance (Iyaibu & Monai)
“Azhivadhillai / Endrum adhu kalaivadhillai / Ennangalum maraivadhillai”
Use of matching verbal endings (-adhillai) across successive lines creating melodic harmony.
Nature Imagery
“Aatrilae aatrangarai ootrinilae / Angu vandha kaatrinilae / Thennai ilam keetrinilae”
Sensory descriptions of natural elements like flowing rivers, gentle wind, and coconut leaves to convey inner peace.
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Trivia
'Azhiyadha Kolangal' (1979) was the directorial debut of veteran cinematographer Balu Mahendra. The film features a rare and iconic music score by legendary Bengali composer Salil Chowdhury in Tamil cinema, with lyrics written by Gangai Amaran, and vocals rendered by S. P. Sailaja.
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