
Chella Mama Onnu Lyrics
From the movie Naalum Therinthavan
Chella Mama Onnu Song Lyrics is the track from Naalum Therinthavan Tamil Film – 1968. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தராஜன், எஸ். வி. பொன்னுசாமி. The music was composed by S. M. Subbaih Naidu. Lyrics works penned by Poovai Senguttavan.
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Chella mama onnu sollalaama Chella mama onnu sollalaama
Oorukellam puthi solla vayasu paththala Oomaiyaga irukkathaan manasu ketkala
Oorukellam puthi solla vayasu paththala Oomaiyaga irukkathaan manasu ketkala
Chella mama onnu sollalaama
Singam polae ivar kural irukkum aaa…mmm Singam polae ivar kural irukkum
Mama sirikkaiyilae hahaa Mama sirikkaiyilae namma udal nadungum
Pattaalaththu veerarthaan namma maama
Paarvaiyilae left right-u podalaama
Pattaalaththu veerarthaan namma maama
Paarvaiyilae left right-u podalaama
Chella mama onnu sollalaama
Mugaththilaethaan kan irukkum Mamaa mudhukulaeyum antha muzhi irukkum
Mugaththilaethaan kan irukkum Mamaa mudhukulaeyum antha muzhi irukkum
Uththu uththu paakkura kannu maama kannu
Uththu uththu paakkura kannu maama kannu
Adhai oppukolla venum oru thuppikkinnu
Manasu thiranthu pesa vantha machchaan Aemachchaan oomachchaan
Unga vaalipaththaaaaaaaa… Hoi unga vaalipaththa
Thaadikulla maraichchidalaama Unga vaalipaththa unga vaalipaththa
Unga vaalipaththa Thaadikulla maraichchidalaama
Porumai Gandhi
Kadamai Nehru…
Panpu Annaa
Porumaikadamaipanbu Gandhinehruannaa
Gandhinehruannaa…
Porumaiyil Gandhiyai pol Kadamaiyilae nehruvai pol
Panbinilae annaavai pol Irunthidavendum
Antha paadhaiyil naamellam Nadanthida vendum
Antha paadhaiyil naamellam Nadanthida vendum
Tamil panbodu naamellaam Valarnthida vendum…
Attention Whistle :
Left right left right left right Left right left right left right
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a playful yet deeply respectful tribute to an elder figure, referred to as "Mama" (Uncle). The lyrics are sung by a group, likely children or younger relatives, who tease him affectionately while also expressing profound admiration for his wisdom, strength, and leadership qualities. They acknowledge his commanding presence, comparing his voice to a lion's roar and his eyes to a gun, while also playfully questioning if he's trying to hide his youth behind a beard. The song transitions from personal admiration to a broader patriotic message, invoking the virtues of national leaders like Gandhi (patience), Nehru (duty), and Anna (culture), urging everyone to emulate these ideals and grow with Tamil culture.
The mood is lighthearted and energetic, reflecting the innocence and admiration of the younger generation. It blends personal affection with a sense of civic responsibility and cultural pride, characteristic of the era's cinema. The military commands like "Left Right" and "Attention" further emphasize the "Mama's" disciplined and authoritative, yet benevolent, persona, suggesting he is a guiding force for the community, much like a leader or a mentor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Chella Mama Onnu?
Chella Mama Onnu is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தராஜன், எஸ். வி. பொன்னுசாமி.
Which movie is Chella Mama Onnu from?
The song Chella Mama Onnu is featured in the movie Naalum Therinthavan.
Who wrote the lyrics for Chella Mama Onnu?
The lyrics for Chella Mama Onnu were written by Poovai Senguttavan with music composed by S. M. Subbaih Naidu.
Is English translation available for Chella Mama Onnu lyrics?
Yes! Chella Mama Onnu lyrics from Naalum Therinthavan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Chella Mama Onnu lyrics?
This song is a playful yet deeply respectful tribute to an elder figure, referred to as "Mama" (Uncle). The lyrics are sung by a group, likely children or younger relatives, who tease him affectionately while also expressing profound admiration for his wisdom, strength, and leadership qualities. They acknowledge his commanding presence, comparing his voice to a lion's roar and his eyes to a gun, while also playfully questioning if he's trying to hide his youth behind a beard. The song transitions from personal admiration to a broader patriotic message, invoking the virtues of national leaders like Gandhi (patience), Nehru (duty), and Anna (culture), urging everyone to emulate these ideals and grow with Tamil culture. The mood is lighthearted and energetic, reflecting the innocence and admiration of the younger generation. It blends personal affection with a sense of civic responsibility and cultural pride, characteristic of the era's cinema. The military commands like "Left Right" and "Attention" further emphasize the "Mama's" disciplined and authoritative, yet benevolent, persona, suggesting he is a guiding force for the community, much like a leader or a mentor.
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