Suja Radhakrishnan’s title track ‘Pattanandhan Pogalamadi’ features Vaali’s lyrics and Sankar Ganesh’s upbeat composition. Her voice conveys optimism for urban opportunities. The album contrasts village simplicity with Chennai’s modern conveniences.
Pattanandhan Pogalamadi
Suja Radhakrishnan • From “Pattanandhan Pogalamadi”
Pattanandhan Pogalamadi Lyrics Meaning Suja Radhakrishnan | Pattanandhan Pogalamadi
Vaali contrasts village plows in mud with city cars on roads. He describes Madras workplaces where women maintain honor while employed. The lyrics list amenities like multi-story buildings and beach waves.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Ellathukkum Adhu Yetha EdamIt’s the perfect spot for everything.
Adhu Ellarumae Vandhu Paatha EdamIt’s a place that everyone comes to visit.
Thennaiyai Paatha NaamSince we’ve seen the coconut groves,
Chennaiyai PaarkkalaamLet’s go see Chennai now.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Aathoram Kaathadikkum NammooruIn our village, a breeze blows along the riverbank.
Aavaaram Poo VedikkumThe ‘Aavaaram’ flowers ‘yellow blossoms’ bloom beautifully here.
HmmmHmmm…
Beach Oram Alai Adikkum Angae ThaanBut there, the waves crash against the beach.
Poyi Ninna Kaal NanaikkumIf you stand there, your feet will get wet.
HmmmHmmm…
Saethulathaan Ingae Yaer NadakkumHere, the plow moves through the thick mud.
Roatula Thaan Angae Caar ParakkumBut there, cars fly down the open roads.
Mannu Vecha Veedu IngaeOur houses here are built of mud.
Maadi Melae Maadi AngaeThere, they’ve got floors piled upon floors.
Ooruthaan Yedhadi Madraasai PolaIs there any town that compares to Madras?
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Ellathukkum Adhu Yetha EdamIt’s the perfect spot for everything.
Adhu Ellarumae Vandhu Paatha EdamIt’s a place that everyone comes to visit.
Thennaiyai Paatha NaamSince we’ve seen the coconut groves,
Chennaiyai PaarkkalaamLet’s go see Chennai now.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Yaemaatha Yaarum Illai MadraasilThere isn’t anyone to cheat you in Madras.
Yemaandha Perum IllaiAnd no one’s left feeling fooled either.
HmmmHmmm…
Ellorum Padichavanga PanpaaduEveryone is educated and knows their culture.
Ennaannu PurinjavangaThey truly understand how the world works.
HmmmHmmm…
Thaaikulatha Romba MadhippavangaThey hold women in such high regard.
Kannagi Pol Enni ThudhippavangaThey treat them with the same devotion as ‘Kannagi’ ‘the goddess of justice’.
Pengal Kooda Velai PaarthuEven women can find work there,
Vaazhalaame Maanam KaathuAnd live while keeping their dignity intact.
Ooruthaan Yedhadi Madraasai PolaIs there any town that compares to Madras?
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Ellathukkum Adhu Yetha EdamIt’s the perfect spot for everything.
Adhu Ellarumae Vandhu Paatha EdamIt’s a place that everyone comes to visit.
Thennaiyai Paatha NaamSince we’ve seen the coconut groves,
Chennaiyai PaarkkalaamLet’s go see Chennai now.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Pattananthaan PogalamadiWe should head to the city, my friend.
Naama Vasathiyaaga VaazhalaamadiWe’ll be able to live a life of comfort there.
Pattanandhan Pogalamadi Music Video
Urban progress defines the Pattanandhan Pogalamadi lyrics meaning. Madras represents economic independence and safety for women. Lyrics translations show Chennai as a destination for dignified living.