- Lyricist
- Isaignani Ilayaraja
- Singer
- Ilayaraja
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Panakkaran
- Movie release year
- 1990
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Mar 2018
Lyrics & meaning
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Overall song meaning
'Maraththa vechavan Thanni oothuvaan' is an uplifting philosophical song from the 1990 Tamil movie Panakkaran, starring Rajinikanth. The song draws upon a traditional Tamil adage that compares God to a gardener: if the divine created a life, He will inevitably nurture and protect it just like watering a planted tree. The lyricist reassures the listener to remain composed and fearless despite adversity, as ultimate responsibility and providence rest with the divine Creator. Furthermore, the song emphasizes altruism, encouraging education and hard work for the noble cause of serving the helpless and hungry. It conveys that with inner courage and moral integrity, one is destined to overcome all trials and earn widespread respect and peace of mind.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Maraththa vechavan Thanni oothuvaan”
Compares God creating human life to a gardener planting a tree, assuring that the creator will provide sustenance.
Apostrophe / Personification
“Ye manamae kalangaathae”
Directly addresses the mind as an entity, advising it not to be anxious or grieve needlessly.
Edhugai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Padaithavanin thunaiyirukka / Aduthavanin thunai etharkku”
Rhyming of the second consonant sounds across lines ('da' in Padaithavanin and Aduthavanin).
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Trivia
Panakkaran (1990) was a major box-office hit directed by P. Vasu, starring Rajinikanth and Gautami. The soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja was immensely popular, with this track serving as a key philosophical anthem in the film.
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