Aathu Meenu Cover Art

Aathu Meenu Lyrics

From the movie Enga Pattan Sothu

Aathu Meenu Song Lyrics is the track from Enga Pattan Sothu Tamil Film – 1975, Starring Jaishankar, Sivakumar, Rajakokila, S. A. Asokan, Thengai Srinivasan, A. Karunanidhi, Karan, CID Sakunthala. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி. The music was composed by Shankar Ganesh. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

SG
Music DirectorShankar Ganesh
K
LyricistKannadasan

Singers

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Singerடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி

Star Cast

Aahaa haa haa aa,,,,aa,,,, Ohho ho ho oo
Ehae ehae ehae yae Laallaa
Laallaa Laallaa

Aaththu meenu karaiyil yaeruthu
Adhai ippothu kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkuthu
Aaththu meenu karaiyil yaeruthu
Adhai ippothu kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkuthu

Saeththu kovil vandu mothuthu adi ammaadi
Thaen kudichchu mayakkam poduthu adi ammaadi
Thaen kudichchu mayakkam poduthu

Santhana marathai thottuu Thadavi pogum thendral kaaththu
Manthiraththai solli poguthu Santhana marathai thottuu
Thadavi pogum thendral kaaththu Manthiraththai solli poguthu
Adhu yaedhetho manasukkullae dhoopam poduthu

Aaduthu thennaiyilae azhagaana ilaneeru
Aaduthu thennaiyilae azhagaana ilaneeru
Angae paaththu sangathi sollu adhu eppothu
Angae paaththu sangathi sollu

Kooduthu Aahaa
Anil irandu Ohho

Kooduthu anil irandu Koiyyaa mara kilaithanilae
Kooda pogum neraththai sollu adhu eppothu Kooda pogum neraththai sollu

Azhagu muzhuthum thirandu kidakkuthu
Anthi neram irundu kidakkuthu
Pazhaga solli uyirai vaanguthu
Azhagu muzhuthum thirandu kidakkuthu
Anthi neram irundu kidakkuthu
Pazhaga solli uyirai vaanguthu
Adi raasaathi paarkka paarkka manasu yaenguthu
Adi raasaathi paarkka paarkka manasu yaenguthu

Aah aaththu meenu karaiyil yaeruthu
Adhai ippothu kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkuthu

Kaattilae vilainjuthu paar Kaippadaatha nelli pazham
Kaattilae vilainjuthu paar Kaippadaatha nelli pazham
Kaiyai pottu parikka poriyaa Kaiyai pottu parikka poriyaa
Adi aaththaadi kaiyai pottu parikka poriyaa

Koottilae kuyilai pola Kumukumunnu konji pesi
Kottu melam kotti mudichchi Kattil pottu kadhal padichi
Thottil pottu aada varattumaa Adi aaraaro tholil eduththu muththam tharattumaa
Adi aaraaro tholil eduththu muththam tharattumaa

Aah aaththu meenu karaiyil yaeruthu Adhai ippothu kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkuthu
Aahaa Kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkkuthu
Kaattru vanthu thadavi paarkkuthu

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song, "Aathu Meenu," is a classic romantic duet from the 1975 Tamil film 'Enga Pattan Sothu'. The lyrics, penned by the legendary Kannadasan, are rich with natural imagery and metaphors that subtly convey budding romance, desire, and anticipation of marital bliss. The male and female voices engage in a playful banter, using elements like a fish coming ashore, a beetle intoxicated by honey, a gentle breeze caressing a sandalwood tree, swaying coconuts, and gathering squirrels to symbolize the awakening of love and physical intimacy. The song beautifully captures the yearning and excitement of two individuals on the cusp of a deeper relationship, hinting at the progression from courtship to marriage and eventually, parenthood.

The song's charm lies in its poetic subtlety and the way it uses nature to reflect human emotions. The imagery of an "untouched gooseberry fruit" and the question of whether it will be plucked, or the anticipation of wedding drums and then rocking a cradle, all paint a vivid picture of a complete romantic journey. It evokes a sense of traditional courtship filled with longing, playful teasing, and a hopeful outlook towards a shared future, making it a timeless representation of love in Tamil cinema.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Aathu Meenu?

Aathu Meenu is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி.

Which movie is Aathu Meenu from?

The song Aathu Meenu is featured in the movie Enga Pattan Sothu.

Who wrote the lyrics for Aathu Meenu?

The lyrics for Aathu Meenu were written by Kannadasan with music composed by Shankar Ganesh.

Is English translation available for Aathu Meenu lyrics?

Yes! Aathu Meenu lyrics from Enga Pattan Sothu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Aathu Meenu lyrics?

This song, "Aathu Meenu," is a classic romantic duet from the 1975 Tamil film 'Enga Pattan Sothu'. The lyrics, penned by the legendary Kannadasan, are rich with natural imagery and metaphors that subtly convey budding romance, desire, and anticipation of marital bliss. The male and female voices engage in a playful banter, using elements like a fish coming ashore, a beetle intoxicated by honey, a gentle breeze caressing a sandalwood tree, swaying coconuts, and gathering squirrels to symbolize the awakening of love and physical intimacy. The song beautifully captures the yearning and excitement of two individuals on the cusp of a deeper relationship, hinting at the progression from courtship to marriage and eventually, parenthood. The song's charm lies in its poetic subtlety and the way it uses nature to reflect human emotions. The imagery of an "untouched gooseberry fruit" and the question of whether it will be plucked, or the anticipation of wedding drums and then rocking a cradle, all paint a vivid picture of a complete romantic journey. It evokes a sense of traditional courtship filled with longing, playful teasing, and a hopeful outlook towards a shared future, making it a timeless representation of love in Tamil cinema.

Music Video

Aathu Meenu official music video

Song Details

Song NameAathu Meenu
Singersடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன் மற்றும் எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி
LyricistKannadasan
LanguageTamil

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