Pelangi-Pelangi
by A.T. Mahmud
- Album: Lagu anak-anak Indonesia
- Year: 1980
- Genre: Lagu anak · Nursery
- Length: 1:10
A child is dazzled by the colors of the rainbow arching high in the sky and recognizes it as a beautiful sign of God's creation. A.T. Mahmud's song teaches wonder at nature and gratitude to the Creator — in the simplest words a child can grasp.
Themes
- Wonder at nature
- The rainbow
- Gratitude and faith
- Childlike innocence
Mood
- Bright
- Gentle
- Grateful
References & context
- A.T. Mahmud, father of Indonesian children's songs
Abdullah Totong Mahmud wrote much of modern Indonesia's children's repertoire — simple, instructive and warm. "Pelangi" is among the most beloved.
- The rainbow as a sign
The rainbow's colors are used to steer a child's wonder toward gratitude — nature as the first doorway to knowing the Creator.
- Teaching through song
The lyrics are short and rhyming so they are easy to memorize — a lesson about nature and faith slipped in through singing, not lecturing.
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Frequently asked
What is the meaning of "Pelangi-Pelangi" by A.T. Mahmud?
A child is dazzled by the colors of the rainbow arching high in the sky and recognizes it as a beautiful sign of God's creation.
What is "Pelangi-Pelangi" about?
A child is dazzled by the colors of the rainbow arching high in the sky and recognizes it as a beautiful sign of God's creation. A.T. Mahmud's song teaches wonder at nature and gratitude to the Creator — in the simplest words a child can grasp.
What are the main themes in "Pelangi-Pelangi"?
The recurring themes are Wonder at nature, The rainbow, Gratitude and faith, Childlike innocence.
Who wrote "Pelangi-Pelangi"?
"Pelangi-Pelangi" was written by A.T. Mahmud.
When was "Pelangi-Pelangi" released?
"Pelangi-Pelangi" was released in 1980, on the album Lagu anak-anak Indonesia.
What genre is "Pelangi-Pelangi"?
"Pelangi-Pelangi" is Lagu anak · Nursery.
What is the mood of "Pelangi-Pelangi"?
Its overall mood is Bright, Gentle, Grateful.
Is "Pelangi-Pelangi" available in my language on Lyrithm?
Yes — this meaning analysis is published natively in English, Bahasa Indonesia, Español, Português, Français, 日本語. Lyrithm does not auto-translate; each language is written from scratch.