Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu Cover Art

Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu Lyrics

From the movie Jallikattu

Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu Song Lyrics is the track from Jallikattu Tamil Film – 1987, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Sathyaraj, Radha, Janagaraj, Charle, Thiyagu, M. N. Nambiar, Malaysia Vasudevan, Venniradai Moorthy, Prathap Pothan. This song was sung by மனோ மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Gangai Amaran.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistGangai Amaran

Singers

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Singerமனோ மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி

Star Cast

Eththanaiyo kanni ponnu Naattil irukku
Aththanaikkum ovvoruththan Poranthirukuraan

Hae eththanaiyo kanni ponnu Naattil irukku
Aththanaikkum ovvoruththan Poranthirukuraan

Ada yaarukkuththaan yaaro Adhai yaaru Solluvaaro
Ada yaarukkuththaan yaaro Adhai yaaru Solluvaaro

Therinjukittaa kalyaanamthaan Adhukappuramaa kummaalamthaan

Male Chorus : Hae Therinjukittaa kalyaanamthaan
Female Chorus : Adhukappuramaa kummaalamthaan

Eththanaiyo kanni ponnu Naattil irukku
Aththanaikkum ovvoruththan Poranthirukuraan

Panakkaara ponnuyinnu onna nenachchu Paaththalum paththaanae palla ilichchu
Male Chorus : Hihihi Panamillaa ponnuyinnu therinjathumae
Paakkaama ponaanae mogam sulichchu Female Chorus : Hhoom

Kadhal vanthaa aanum pennum Pedham illa onnuthaan
Male Chorus : Aamaa Theriyalannaa neeyumkooda
Theramai illaa mannuthaan Female Chorus : Aamaa

Vantha varai laabaminnu Vaazhugira perum undu
Vanthathellam theenthathunnaa vera vazhithaan

Panamirunthaa kannadichchu kai pudichchu Female Chorus : Kadhai mudichchu
Kadhai mudinjaa thunda vittu thuniya vittu Male Chorus : Oduravan

Velaikaarikeththa nalla velakkaaran
Male Chorus : Katchithamaa maattikkittaandaa
Female Chorus : Ippa malaiyaththaan maaththikittaandaa

Ha eththanaiyo kanni ponnu Naattil irukku
Aththanaikkum ovvoruththan Poranthirukuraan hae

Eththanaiyo vaalibargal ingirukallaam Aththanaikkum ovvoruththi
Poranthirukkalaam

Jaadikeththa moodiyinnu solluvaanga Intha moodikkoru jaadiya naan kandu pudichchen
Male Chorus : Aamaa Kodi kodi kalyana jodiyila
Intha sevalukku kozhi onna saeththu mudichchen Female Chorus : Kokkarakko

Jeevan donu vaangi thaaraen Odamba nallaa thaeththunga
Male Chorus : Mm… Onnu rendu peththu pottu
Kanna pola paarunga Female Chorus : Mm…

Yaezhaiyinnu vaazhuvathu bhoomiyila paavamilla
Kozhaiyinnu vaazhnthirunthaa paavam varundaa

Therunjukanum nallathellaam arinjukanum Female Chorus : Purunjukanum
Theramai ellaam thavanaiyila ponnu kitta Male Chorus : Kaattikkanum

Kadhlukku jadhiyilla baedhmmilla
Male Chorus : Jodi rendu saenthukiruchchu
Female Chorus : Ippo sonthathula poonthukiruchchu

Ha eththanaiyo kanni ponnu Naattil irukku
Aththanaikkum ovvoruththan Poranthirukuraan

Ada yaarukkuththaan yaaro Adhai yaaru Solluvaaro
Ada yaarukkuththaan yaaro Adhai yaaru Solluvaaro

Therinjukittaa kalyaanamthaan Adhukappuramaa kummaalamthaan

Male Chorus : Hae Therinjukittaa kalyaanamthaan
Female Chorus : Adhukappuramaa kummaalamthaan

Song Meaning & Analysis

This lively Tamil song from the 1987 movie 'Jallikattu' explores the universal theme of finding one's destined partner. It playfully suggests that for every maiden, a man is born, and vice versa, but the challenge lies in identifying that perfect match. The lyrics touch upon societal observations, critiquing superficial attractions based on wealth while championing true love that transcends such differences. It encourages a pragmatic yet optimistic approach to life and relationships, emphasizing that genuine connection is more valuable than material possessions.

The song's energetic folk style, characteristic of Ilayaraja's music, celebrates the joy and excitement of marriage once the right match is found. It also imparts a subtle message about living life fully and bravely, rather than succumbing to cowardice. Ultimately, 'Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu' is a celebratory anthem about love, destiny, and the festive spirit that accompanies the union of two souls, highlighting that love knows no boundaries of caste or status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu?

Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu is sung by மனோ மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி.

Which movie is Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu from?

The song Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu is featured in the movie Jallikattu.

Who wrote the lyrics for Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu?

The lyrics for Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu lyrics?

Yes! Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu lyrics from Jallikattu include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu lyrics?

This lively Tamil song from the 1987 movie 'Jallikattu' explores the universal theme of finding one's destined partner. It playfully suggests that for every maiden, a man is born, and vice versa, but the challenge lies in identifying that perfect match. The lyrics touch upon societal observations, critiquing superficial attractions based on wealth while championing true love that transcends such differences. It encourages a pragmatic yet optimistic approach to life and relationships, emphasizing that genuine connection is more valuable than material possessions. The song's energetic folk style, characteristic of Ilayaraja's music, celebrates the joy and excitement of marriage once the right match is found. It also imparts a subtle message about living life fully and bravely, rather than succumbing to cowardice. Ultimately, 'Ethanaiyo Kanni Ponnu' is a celebratory anthem about love, destiny, and the festive spirit that accompanies the union of two souls, highlighting that love knows no boundaries of caste or status.

Song Details

Song NameEthanaiyo Kanni Ponnu
Singersமனோ மற்றும் எஸ். ஜானகி
LyricistGangai Amaran
LanguageTamil

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