S. Janaki performs ‘Kodanu Kodi’ from the album Zimbo, composed by K. Vijaya Baskar with lyrics by Kuyilan. The lullaby warmly addresses a newborn as a cherished family treasure. K. Vijaya Baskar’s melody establishes tranquility around parental affection.
Kodanu Kodi
S. Janaki • From “Zimbo”
Kodanu Kodi Lyrics Translation (from “Zimbo”)
Kuyilan states millions awaited this child’s arrival. S. Janaki sings lines comparing the infant to an unfading rose granting life’s sweetness. Natural elements like flower gardens and cuckoos frame the celebration.
Kodaanu Kodi Pere KaaththirunthaareMillions of people were waiting for you.
Kula Kozhunthe Nee Thedi VanthaayeOh, precious gem of our family, you came searching for us.
Thoongudaa ThoonguSleep now, just sleep.
Malar Thendral Vanthe UnakkuThe flower-scented breeze has come to you,
Solluthor SaedhiTo whisper a special message.
Poonjolai Aaduthe Unnai KondaadiThe flower garden dances, celebrating you.
Malar Thendral Vanthe UnakkuThe flower-scented breeze has come to you,
Solluthor SaedhiTo whisper a special message.
Poonjolai Aaduthe Unnai KondaadiThe flower garden dances, celebrating you.
Kodaanu Kodi Pere KaaththirunthaareMillions of people were waiting for you.
Nalla Thavame SeithorAmong those who performed great penance,
Ennai Pole YaareWho is there like me?
Kodaanu Kodi Pere KaaththirunthaareMillions of people were waiting for you.
Kula Kozhunthe Nee Thedi VanthaayeOh, precious gem of our family, you came searching for us.
Thoongudaa ThoonguSleep now, just sleep.
Inikkum Kuralil Kuyilthaan Thaalaattu PaadumThe cuckoo will sing a lullaby with its sweet voice.
Yaegaantha Kaattile Maan Unnai ThedumThe deer will search for you in the solitary forest.
Inikkum Kuralil Kuyilthaan Thaalaattu PaadumThe cuckoo will sing a lullaby with its sweet voice.
Yaegaantha Kaattile Maan Unnai ThedumThe deer will search for you in the solitary forest.
Vaadaatha Roja Pole Nee Un VaayaaleLike an unfading rose, with your own mouth,
Vaazhvin Inimai Ellaam Enakke ThanthaayeYou’ve given all the sweetness of life to me.
Kodaanu Kodi Pere KaaththirunthaareMillions of people were waiting for you.
Kula Kozhunthe Nee Thedi VanthaayeOh, precious gem of our family, you came searching for us.
Thoongudaa ThoonguSleep now, just sleep.
Kodanu Kodi Music Video
The Zimbo album track presents the child as divine reward for devotion. Understanding the ‘Kodanu Kodi’ lyrics meaning requires attention to Kuyilan’s penance metaphor and Vijaya Baskar’s gentle instrumentation.