
Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam Lyrics
From the movie Thirumangalyam
Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam Song Lyrics is the track from Thirumangalyam Tamil Film – 1974. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Music & Lyrics
Singers
Star Cast
Not Specified
Jananam oru vazhi maranam pala vazhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Jananam oru vazhi maranam pala vazhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Ivalukkoru thaai irundhaal andha naalilae
Pin ivalum oru thaai aanaal vandha naalilae
Andha thaaikku kolliyida aan magan illai
Indru indha thaaiku kolli vaikka ival magan illai
Jananam oru vazhi maranam pala vazhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Oru maganai pirinthavarkku marumagan vanthaan
Andha marumaganae thirumaganaai mandhiram sonnaan
Irudhi varai varubavarae uravinar endraar
Andha iraivanukku aduthavanaai marumagan nindraan
Jananam oru vazhi maranam pala vazhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Kattilukku sondhakaaran kattil pottaan
Thottilukku sonthakkaaran mattam pottaan
Kattai idhan sondhakaaran kaditham pottaan
Kattai idhan sondhakaaran kaditham pottaan
Kadasikaala sondhakaaran satti eduthaan
Pathu maadham sumandha annai tholil eduthaal
Avan pathu nimisham neram mattum payanam koduthaan
Pathu maadham sumandha annai tholil eduthaal
Avan pathu nimisham neram mattum payanam koduthaan
Ethanaiyo aasaiyudan maganai valarthaal
Indru engirunthoo sondham vanthu tholgal koduthaar
Alliyittaal uravukendru alliyum ittaar
Arisiyittaal uravukkendru arisiyum ittaar
Kolliyittaal adupukkendru kolliyum ittaar
Kodiyilae ondru endru veedu nadanthaar
Jananam oru vazhi maranam pala vazhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Saalaiyilae ketppadho paasam ennum thaai mozhi
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song is a profound philosophical reflection on life, death, and the transient nature of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a woman's life and her final journey. It explores the cultural significance of family, particularly the role of a son in performing last rites, and how other relatives, like a son-in-law, step up when traditional expectations cannot be met. The lyrics highlight the universal language of affection that binds people through life's various paths, contrasting the singular path of birth with the myriad paths of death.
The narrative traces a woman's life from being a daughter to becoming a mother, and the poignant absence of a son to perform her last rites, mirroring her own mother's fate. It then beautifully illustrates how a son-in-law fulfills the duties of a son, emphasizing that true kinship is defined by those who stand by you till the very end. The song uses powerful metaphors related to everyday objects like beds, cradles, and logs to symbolize different stages of life and death, culminating in the final rituals where relatives gather to bid farewell, underscoring the cycle of giving and receiving in human connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam?
Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam from?
The song Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam is featured in the movie Thirumangalyam.
Who wrote the lyrics for Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam?
The lyrics for Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Vishwanathan.
Is English translation available for Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam lyrics?
Yes! Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam lyrics from Thirumangalyam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Jananam Oru Vazhi Maranam lyrics?
The song is a profound philosophical reflection on life, death, and the transient nature of human relationships, set against the backdrop of a woman's life and her final journey. It explores the cultural significance of family, particularly the role of a son in performing last rites, and how other relatives, like a son-in-law, step up when traditional expectations cannot be met. The lyrics highlight the universal language of affection that binds people through life's various paths, contrasting the singular path of birth with the myriad paths of death. The narrative traces a woman's life from being a daughter to becoming a mother, and the poignant absence of a son to perform her last rites, mirroring her own mother's fate. It then beautifully illustrates how a son-in-law fulfills the duties of a son, emphasizing that true kinship is defined by those who stand by you till the very end. The song uses powerful metaphors related to everyday objects like beds, cradles, and logs to symbolize different stages of life and death, culminating in the final rituals where relatives gather to bid farewell, underscoring the cycle of giving and receiving in human connections.
Song Details
More from Thirumangalyam

Ponnana Manam Engu
Thirumangalyam • M. S. Vishwanathan
பி. சுசீலா மற்றும் எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்

Thirumangalyam Kollum
Thirumangalyam • M. S. Vishwanathan
பி. சுசீலா

Ulagam Namadhu Veedendru Sollungal
Thirumangalyam • M. S. Vishwanathan
எல். ஆர். ஈஸ்வரி

Ulagam Oru Naal Pirandhathu
Thirumangalyam • M. S. Vishwanathan
ஜெயலலிதா

Yogam Nalla Yogam
Thirumangalyam • M. S. Vishwanathan
பி. சுசீலா