- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singer
- S. Janaki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Agni Natchathiram
- Movie release year
- 1988
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Jan 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a joyful celebration of youthful fantasy, innocence, and carefree exuberance. The protagonist describes her life as a vibrant, fragrant flower garden overflowing with grand dreams and tender curiosities. Living in a world of luxury and imagination, she sees herself as a morning lotus and a walking angel who converses with the gentle breeze like a companion.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Naan kaalainera thaamarai / En gaanam yaavum thenmazhai”
The speaker directly equates herself to a fresh 'morning lotus' and her singing to a 'rain of honey', poetically emphasizing her purity and sweet voice.
Simile (Uwamai Ani)
“Ennodu thozhi pola pesidum”
The gentle breeze (thendral) is explicitly compared to a female friend ('thozhi pola') who converses with her.
Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navitchi Ani)
“Naan vaanavillai vendinaal orr vilaikoduthu vaanguven”
Exaggeration used to depict youthful grandeur—claiming she can purchase a rainbow if she desires one.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Santhosha pookkal enthan solaiyil / Sangeetham paadum anthi maalaiyil”
Repetition of the initial 'Sa' sound in 'Santhosha' and 'Sangeetham' creates a pleasant auditory rhythm.
Did you know?
Trivia
Composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and sung by S. Janaki, 'Oru Poongaavanam Pudhumanam' from Agni Natchathiram (1988) is famous for its lush orchestrations and modern jazz-pop fusion sensibilities. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the song's visual aesthetic—featuring actress Nirosha—is widely celebrated for cinematographer P.C. Sreeram's iconic use of soft lighting, smoke effects, and dynamic framing.
Keep listening
Songs with a similar feeling
From the same album
More songs from Agni Natchathiram
View albumSpot an issue?
Help us improve the lyrics or English translation.