Kovai Jaleel’s resonant voice anchors ‘Ellam Kadanthu Pogumada’ from the album Soodhu Kavvum. Lyricist Rr and composer Santhosh Narayanan build a motivational anthem. The track combines steady rhythm with philosophical weight.
Ellam Kadanthu Pogumada
Kovai Jaleel • From “Soodhu Kavvum”
Ellam Kadanthu Pogumada Lyrics Translation (from “Soodhu Kavvum”)
Rr frames obstacles as temporary barriers. The lyrics state moving forward despite a thousand challenges. One key line declares victory guaranteed without fear of failure.
Ellam Kadanthu PogumadaEverything will pass, my friend.
Indha Unmaiyai Arindhavan GnaniyadaThe one who knows this truth is truly wise.
Ellam Kadanthu PogumadaEverything will pass, my friend.
Indha Unmaiyai Arindhavan GnaniyadaThe one who knows this truth is truly wise.
Thadaigal Aayiram VandhaalumEven if a thousand obstacles block our path,
Nadai Thalaramal Munne Senriduvomwe’ll keep moving forward without faltering.
Seiyum Thozhile Deivam EnbomWe’ll say that the work we do is our God.
Nitham Vervai Theera UzhaithiduvomWe’ll toil every day until we’re drenched in sweat.
Sombal Indri Velaiyai SeithiduvomWe’ll do our jobs without a hint of laziness.
Uzhaithidu Thambi Ena Urakka SolvomWe’ll shout out loud, “Keep working hard, brother!”
Thambi Urakka SolvomBrother, we’ll shout it out loud.
Thambi Urakka SolvomBrother, we’ll shout it out loud.
Uzhaipil Konjam Madhi VendumYou need a bit of wisdom in your hard work.
Manidharai Madhikkum Gunam VendumYou need the character to respect fellow human beings.
Tholviyai Enni Acham Illai EndraalIf you don’t fear the thought of failure,
Vetri Nichaiyamthen victory is guaranteed.
Unakku Vetri NichaiyamVictory is guaranteed for you.
Thambi Vetri NichaiyamBrother, victory is guaranteed.
Ellam Kadanthu PogumadaEverything will pass, my friend.
Indha Unmaiyai Arindhavan GnaniyadaThe one who knows this truth is truly wise.
Iravum Pagalum Illai EndraalIf there were no day or night,
Oru Naal Ingu Mudinthidumawould a single day ever come to an end?
Nilavai Kaiyal MoodivittalIf you try to cover the moon with your hand,
Adhan Oli Thaan Kurainthidumawill its radiant light ever truly fade?
Vaazhkai Oru VattamLife is nothing but a circle.
Kelvi Ketpadhoru Oru KuttramAsking questions is considered a crime.
Vidai Arindhu VittaalOnce you’ve found the answer,
Puvi Thaangadhadathe world won’t be able to handle it, my friend.
Kan ThoongadhadaYour eyes won’t be able to sleep, my friend.
ThambiBrother.
Ellam Kadanthu PogumadaEverything will pass, my friend.
Indha Unmaiyai Arindhavan GnaniyadaThe one who knows this truth is truly wise.
Thadaigal Aayiram VandhaalumEven if a thousand obstacles block our path,
Nadai Thalaramal Munne Senriduvomwe’ll keep moving forward without faltering.
Ellam Kadanthu PogumadaEverything will pass, my friend.
Indha Unmaiyai Arindhavan GnaniyadaThe one who knows this truth is truly wise.
Ellam Kadanthu Pogumada Music Video
Perseverance and work ethic form the song’s central advice. Kovai Jaleel presents this Tamil lyrics translation as a practical guide to handling life’s passing struggles.