Odudhu Paar Lyrics
From the movie Needhi
Odudhu Paar Song Lyrics is the track from Needhi Tamil Film – 1972. This song was sung by பி. சுசீலா. The music was composed by M. S. Vishwanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Music & Lyrics
Singers
Star Cast
Not Specified
Dialogue
Odudhu paar nalla padam Ottuvadhu chinna ponnu
Potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil
Kaasa podunga
Odudhu paar nalla padam Ottuvadhu chinna ponnu
Potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil
Kaasa podunga
Kuthaalathil kurangugal odudhu Kumbakonathil maamaangam nadakkudhu
Kuthaalathil kurangugal odudhu Kumbakonathil maamaangam nadakkudhu
Thoothukkudiyil muthu kulikkira Kaatchiyai paarunga
Indha potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil kaasa podunga
Dialogue
Vangaalathil saenai pogum vaegam paarunga
Indhraa gaandhi angae paesum maedai paarunga
Kaamaraajar pinnaal nirkkum koottam paarunga
Karma veerar pakkam nirkkum sivaaji paarunga
Kaamaraajar pinnaal nirkkum koottam paarunga
Karma veerar pakkam nirkkum sivaaji paarunga
Chandhra mandala kappal pogudhu Thathuvam paadum sippigal aadudhu
Mandhiri sabaighal ovvoru naalum Maarudhu paarunga
Indha potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil kaasa podunga
Pirandha naalil thalaivar podum Poster paarunga
Poster podum vaelai thanilae Master paarunga
Jayithu vandha MLA vin sirippai paarunga Jayitha pinnae katchi maarum azhaga paarunga
Kuthaalathil kurangugal odudhu Kumbakonathil maamaangam nadakkudhu
Thoothukkudiyil muthu kulikkira Kaatchiyai paarunga
Indha potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil kaasa podunga
Odudhu paar nalla padam Ottuvadhu chinna ponnu
Potti melae kanna podunga Chinna ponnu kaiyil kaasa podunga
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Odudhu Paar" from the 1972 film 'Needhi' is a vibrant, observational piece that uses the metaphor of a "show" or "film" being run by a young girl to comment on the socio-political landscape of its time. It presents a rapid-fire montage of various events and personalities, from local cultural festivals like Mahamaham and pearl diving in Thoothukudi to national political figures like Indira Gandhi, Kamarajar, and Sivaji Ganesan, and even global events like space travel. The recurring refrain, "Keep your eyes on the box, put money in the young girl's hand," suggests that life itself, with all its spectacles, dramas, and political machinations, is a performance for which the audience (the public) is implicitly paying.
The lyrics, penned by Kannadasan, cleverly weave together seemingly disparate elements to create a tapestry of contemporary life. It touches upon political shifts ("ministerial cabinets change every day"), the theatrics of elections ("posters leaders put up," "smile of the winning MLA," "parties changing after winning"), and even philosophical musings ("oysters singing philosophy"). The song's tone is one of detached observation, presenting these events as a continuous, entertaining, and sometimes cynical spectacle. It invites the listener to simply "watch" and acknowledge the ongoing drama of the world, while subtly hinting at the transactional nature of public life and entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Odudhu Paar?
Odudhu Paar is sung by பி. சுசீலா.
Which movie is Odudhu Paar from?
The song Odudhu Paar is featured in the movie Needhi.
Who wrote the lyrics for Odudhu Paar?
The lyrics for Odudhu Paar were written by Kannadasan with music composed by M. S. Vishwanathan.
Is English translation available for Odudhu Paar lyrics?
Yes! Odudhu Paar lyrics from Needhi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Odudhu Paar lyrics?
The song "Odudhu Paar" from the 1972 film 'Needhi' is a vibrant, observational piece that uses the metaphor of a "show" or "film" being run by a young girl to comment on the socio-political landscape of its time. It presents a rapid-fire montage of various events and personalities, from local cultural festivals like Mahamaham and pearl diving in Thoothukudi to national political figures like Indira Gandhi, Kamarajar, and Sivaji Ganesan, and even global events like space travel. The recurring refrain, "Keep your eyes on the box, put money in the young girl's hand," suggests that life itself, with all its spectacles, dramas, and political machinations, is a performance for which the audience (the public) is implicitly paying. The lyrics, penned by Kannadasan, cleverly weave together seemingly disparate elements to create a tapestry of contemporary life. It touches upon political shifts ("ministerial cabinets change every day"), the theatrics of elections ("posters leaders put up," "smile of the winning MLA," "parties changing after winning"), and even philosophical musings ("oysters singing philosophy"). The song's tone is one of detached observation, presenting these events as a continuous, entertaining, and sometimes cynical spectacle. It invites the listener to simply "watch" and acknowledge the ongoing drama of the world, while subtly hinting at the transactional nature of public life and entertainment.
