Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum Cover Art

Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum Lyrics

From the movie Gunaa

Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum Song Lyrics is the track from Gunaa Tamil Film – 1991, Starring Kamal Haasan, Roshini, Rekha, Janagaraj, S. P. Balasubramaniam, Girish Karnad, Sharat Saxena, Pradeep Shakti, Ananthu, Sethu Vinayagam. This song was sung by இளையராஜா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVaali

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Star Cast

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Appanendrum ammaiyendrum Aanum pennum kotti vacha
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu Gnyana pennae
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu

Adhu budhanendrum sithanendrum Pithanendrum aavadhenna
Sakkaiyaaga pogum karumbu Gnyana pennae
Sakkaiyaaga pogum karumbu

Bandha paasa saettril Vandhu vizhundha dhegam
Endha gangai aattril Indha azhukku pogum
Appanendrum

Appanendrum ammaiyendrum Aanum pennum kotti vacha
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu Gnyana pennae
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu

Kuththam kurai yedhumattra Jeevan ingu yaaradaa
Suththam endru yaarum illai Paava moottai thaanadaa

Sivan-ai kooda pithan endru Pesugindra ooradaa
Budhi ketta moodarkkendrum Gnyaana paarvai yedhadaa

Aadhi mudhal andham Un sondham un bandham
Nee ullavaraidhaan

Vandhu vandhu koodum Kooththaadum vittodum
Or sandhai kadaidhaan

Idhil nee enna naan enna Vandhaalum sendraalum
Ennaachu vittu thallu Appanendrum

Appanendrum ammaiyendrum Aanum pennum kotti vacha
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu Gnyana pennae
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu

Kaiyum kaalum mookum kondu Aada vandha kaaranam
Aadithaanae saethu vacha paavam Yaavum theeranum

Aada aada paavam serum Aadi odum maanidaa
Aada naanum maatten endru Odipponadhaaradaa

Thattu kettu odum Thallaadum ennaalum
Un ulla kurangu

Kattuppada koodum Eppodhum nee podu
Meignyaana vilangu

Manam aadaamal vaadaamal Meignyaanam undaaga
Angnyaanam attru vizhum Appanendrum

Appanendrum ammaiyendrum Aanum pennum kotti vacha
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu Gnyana pennae
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu

Adhu budhanendrum sithanendrum Pithanendrum aavadhenna
Sakkaiyaaga pogum karumbu Gnyana pennae
Sakkaiyaaga pogum karumbu

Bandha paasa saettril Vandhu vizhundha dhegam
Endha gangai aattril Indha azhukku pogum
Appanendrum

Appanendrum ammaiyendrum Aanum pennum kotti vacha
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu Gnyana pennae
Kuppaiyaaga vandha udambu

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song is a profound philosophical reflection on the transient and illusory nature of human existence and the physical body. It questions the purpose of life, likening the body to a mere pile of waste or discarded sugarcane pulp, regardless of whether one becomes a saint or a madman. The lyrics delve into the idea that all humans are inherently flawed and burdened by sin, living in a world quick to judge even deities. It emphasizes that worldly possessions and relationships are temporary, akin to a bustling marketplace where people gather and disperse, urging detachment from such fleeting attachments.

The song further explores the concept of karma and the continuous cycle of accumulating sins through actions. It metaphorically describes the human mind as a restless monkey, constantly straying, and suggests that true liberation comes from shackling this mind with "true wisdom" (Meignyanam). Ultimately, it advocates for a state where the mind is steady, ignorance dissipates, and genuine enlightenment dawns, transcending the mundane cycle of birth, life, and death.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum?

Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum is sung by இளையராஜா.

Which movie is Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum from?

The song Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum is featured in the movie Gunaa.

Who wrote the lyrics for Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum?

The lyrics for Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum lyrics?

Yes! Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum lyrics from Gunaa include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Appan Endrum Ammai Endrum lyrics?

This song is a profound philosophical reflection on the transient and illusory nature of human existence and the physical body. It questions the purpose of life, likening the body to a mere pile of waste or discarded sugarcane pulp, regardless of whether one becomes a saint or a madman. The lyrics delve into the idea that all humans are inherently flawed and burdened by sin, living in a world quick to judge even deities. It emphasizes that worldly possessions and relationships are temporary, akin to a bustling marketplace where people gather and disperse, urging detachment from such fleeting attachments. The song further explores the concept of karma and the continuous cycle of accumulating sins through actions. It metaphorically describes the human mind as a restless monkey, constantly straying, and suggests that true liberation comes from shackling this mind with "true wisdom" (Meignyanam). Ultimately, it advocates for a state where the mind is steady, ignorance dissipates, and genuine enlightenment dawns, transcending the mundane cycle of birth, life, and death.

Song Details

Song NameAppan Endrum Ammai Endrum
MovieGunaa
Singersஇளையராஜா
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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