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Pelangi-Pelangi

by A.T. Mahmud

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What this song is 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.

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.

© Attribution
Composer
A.T. Mahmud
Publisher
Traditional Indonesian children's repertoire
© Year
1980

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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.

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