
Avanukkenna Lyrics
From the movie Periya Idathu Penn
Avanukkenna Song Lyrics is the track from Periya Idathu Penn Tamil Film – 1963. This song was sung by டி.எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by Viswanathan Ramamoorthy. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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{ Avanukenna thoonkivittan Agapattavan naan allava
Aiyirandu maadhathilae Kaigalilae potu vittan } (2)
Kaigalilae potu vittan
{ Ivanukendru Edhai koduthaan
Elumbudanae sadhai Koduthaan } (2)
Idhayathaiyum Koduthuvitu irankum
Varai thudika vittan Irankum varai
Thudika vittan
Avanukenna thoonkivittan Agapattavan naan allava
Aiyirandu maadhathilae Kaigalilae potu vittan
Yaanai idam Nandri vaithaan
Kaakai idam Uravu vaithaan
Maangalukum Maanam vaithaan
{ Manidhanuku Enna vaithaan } (2)
Avanukenna thoonkivittan Agapattavan naan allava
Aiyirandu maadhathilae { Kaigalilae potu vittan } (2)
{ Vaanil ulla Devargalai vaazhavaika
Visham kudithaan… } (2)
Naatil ulla Vishathai ellam
{ Naan kudika vituvittan } (2)
Avanukenna thoonkivittan Agapattavan naan allava
Aiyirandu maadhathilae { Kaigalilae potu vittan } (2)
Song Meaning & Analysis
This poignant song, "Avanukkenna," is a philosophical lament from the perspective of a human questioning the creator's perceived indifference and injustice. The singer expresses a deep sense of being abandoned and burdened by life's struggles, contrasting his own suffering with the creator's peaceful slumber. The lyrics highlight the human condition, where despite being intricately formed by the creator over ten months, humans are seemingly left to endure pain and hardship, receiving only a physical body and a heart destined to throb until death.
The song further amplifies this existential angst by drawing comparisons between humans and other creatures. It notes that elephants are given gratitude, crows kinship, and deer dignity, while questioning what special provision or kindness was reserved for humanity. The lyrics culminate in a powerful mythological reference: while the creator (Lord Shiva) drank poison to save the gods, all the world's poisons are left for humans to consume, underscoring a feeling of divine neglect and a profound sense of unfairness in the cosmic design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Avanukkenna?
Avanukkenna is sung by டி.எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Avanukkenna from?
The song Avanukkenna is featured in the movie Periya Idathu Penn.
Who wrote the lyrics for Avanukkenna?
The lyrics for Avanukkenna were written by Kannadasan with music composed by Viswanathan Ramamoorthy.
Is English translation available for Avanukkenna lyrics?
Yes! Avanukkenna lyrics from Periya Idathu Penn include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Avanukkenna lyrics?
This poignant song, "Avanukkenna," is a philosophical lament from the perspective of a human questioning the creator's perceived indifference and injustice. The singer expresses a deep sense of being abandoned and burdened by life's struggles, contrasting his own suffering with the creator's peaceful slumber. The lyrics highlight the human condition, where despite being intricately formed by the creator over ten months, humans are seemingly left to endure pain and hardship, receiving only a physical body and a heart destined to throb until death. The song further amplifies this existential angst by drawing comparisons between humans and other creatures. It notes that elephants are given gratitude, crows kinship, and deer dignity, while questioning what special provision or kindness was reserved for humanity. The lyrics culminate in a powerful mythological reference: while the creator (Lord Shiva) drank poison to save the gods, all the world's poisons are left for humans to consume, underscoring a feeling of divine neglect and a profound sense of unfairness in the cosmic design.
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