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"Pathu Pem Pathum" (පාතු පෙම් පාටම්) is a beloved Sinhala song, originally performed by the iconic singer and written by legendary lyricist Kumaratunga Munidasa . Known for its poetic depth, rustic imagery, and melancholic romance, the song describes a lover’s longing using metaphors of flowers ( pem pathum – love flowers) and natural elements. pathu pem pathum lyrics english