Lyrics English | Pathu Pem Pathum

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Sinhala is a language rich in agrarian and floral metaphors. The word Pem means love, while Pathum means flowers. Thus, the title literally means "Ten Love Flowers." Without an English translation, international listeners miss the delicate imagery of watering love like a garden, counting petals of affection, and the fear of autumn (autumn representing the end of a romance). pathu pem pathum lyrics english

"Pathu pem pathum pallikiren..."