Poongatre Thendathey Cover Art

Poongatre Thendathey Lyrics

From the movie Kunguma Chimil

Poongatre Thendathey Song Lyrics is the track from Kunguma Chimil Tamil Film – 1985, Starring Mohan, Ilavarasi, Revathi, Vagai Chandrasekar, Delhi Ganesh, V. Gopalakrishnan, Senthil, Loose Mohan, Typist Gopu, Pasi Narayanan. This song was sung by எஸ். ஜானகி. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Gangai Amaran.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

I
Music DirectorIlayaraja
GA
LyricistGangai Amaran

Singers

எஜ
Singerஎஸ். ஜானகி

Star Cast

Mohan
ActorMohan
Revathi
ActorRevathi

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Poongaatrae theendathae En nenjai thoondathae
Poovizhi maadhival Nee thodum pothival
Poraadum ennangal thaangathae En ponmeni kanmoodi thoongathae

Poongaatrae theendathae En nenjai thoondathae

Velli ratha megangalae Sellugindra podhilae
Ennarumai mannanai Kandu varuvaai

Kanni ilam poongodi Kaadhal enum viyathiyaal
Thunba padum seidhiyai Solli vandhu seruvaai

Dhegathil moga thee Aaraamal
Theendidum soodathil Dhegathin maadathil
En kannan kai sera solvaayoo Adi en poojai
Nee solla selvaayo

Poongaatrae theendathae En nenjai thoondathae

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Kannan avan kaaladi Kandu dhinam seradi
Endrum unthan paadhaiyil Inbangaladi

Gangai nadhi polavae Mangai manam ooduthae
Pongi pala raagamae Intha manam paaduthae

Pallaakil oorgolam pogatho Maadhival maaninam
Poovidhal thaeninam Unnaamal yengadho ennullam
Ini ennodu ondraagum unnullam

Poongaatrae theendathae En nenjai thoondathae
Poovizhi maadhival Nee thodum pothival
Poraadum ennangal thaangathae En ponmeni kanmoodi thoongathae

Poongaatrae theendathae En nenjai thoondathae

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song "Poongatre Thendathey" is a poignant expression of a maiden's intense longing and desire for her beloved. She addresses the gentle breeze, pleading with it not to stir her already agitated heart, as her body and mind are consumed by the fire of love. The lyrics beautifully capture the vulnerability and yearning of a woman deeply in love, who finds even the softest touch of the breeze overwhelming in her state of emotional turmoil. She describes herself as a "flower-eyed maiden" whose thoughts are struggling, unable to find peace or sleep.

The maiden then appeals to the clouds and the breeze to act as messengers, urging them to convey her suffering and her ardent desire for her beloved, referred to as 'Kannan' or 'king', to come and embrace her. Her heart flows like the Ganges, brimming with melodies of love, and she dreams of a future where they are united in a palanquin procession. The song encapsulates the classic theme of a lover's pining, using natural elements as confidantes and conduits for her deep emotional state, highlighting the agony and ecstasy of waiting for true love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Poongatre Thendathey?

Poongatre Thendathey is sung by எஸ். ஜானகி.

Which movie is Poongatre Thendathey from?

The song Poongatre Thendathey is featured in the movie Kunguma Chimil.

Who wrote the lyrics for Poongatre Thendathey?

The lyrics for Poongatre Thendathey were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Poongatre Thendathey lyrics?

Yes! Poongatre Thendathey lyrics from Kunguma Chimil include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Poongatre Thendathey lyrics?

The song "Poongatre Thendathey" is a poignant expression of a maiden's intense longing and desire for her beloved. She addresses the gentle breeze, pleading with it not to stir her already agitated heart, as her body and mind are consumed by the fire of love. The lyrics beautifully capture the vulnerability and yearning of a woman deeply in love, who finds even the softest touch of the breeze overwhelming in her state of emotional turmoil. She describes herself as a "flower-eyed maiden" whose thoughts are struggling, unable to find peace or sleep. The maiden then appeals to the clouds and the breeze to act as messengers, urging them to convey her suffering and her ardent desire for her beloved, referred to as 'Kannan' or 'king', to come and embrace her. Her heart flows like the Ganges, brimming with melodies of love, and she dreams of a future where they are united in a palanquin procession. The song encapsulates the classic theme of a lover's pining, using natural elements as confidantes and conduits for her deep emotional state, highlighting the agony and ecstasy of waiting for true love.

Song Details

Song NamePoongatre Thendathey
Singersஎஸ். ஜானகி
LyricistGangai Amaran
LanguageTamil

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