
Onnaa Rendaa Edhu Lyrics
From the movie Sugam Enge
Onnaa Rendaa Edhu Song Lyrics is the track from Sugam Enge Tamil Film – 1954. This song was sung by கே. ஆர். ராமசாமி. The music was composed by Viswanathan-Ramamurthy. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Onna rendaa yedhu Onna rendaa yedhu
Indha ulagathai kedukkudhu Usirai vaanguthu
Onna rendaa yedhu
{Mannang kattiyai Malai pol aakkum
Vazhiyai kattudhu Panaththai kuvikkudhu
Onna rendaa yedhu} (2)
Penngal kannil pattaal podhum Piriyam kodukuthu idhu
Penngal kannil pattaal podhum Piriyam kodukuthu idhu
Pattu pudavai onnu Pushpam rendu
Onna rendaa yedhu
Petti paambaai purusharai aakkum Penngalin aayudham idhu
Petti paambaai purusharai aakkum Penngalin aayudham idhu
Kanneer onnu punnagai rendu Onna rendaa yedhu
Onna rendaa yedhu
Aambalai pombalai aththanai peraiyum Aatti padaikkuthu idhu
Aambalai pombalai aththanai peraiyum Pombalai aambalai aththanai peraiyum
Aatti padaikkuthu idhu Poi kaadhal onnu kaasu rendu
Onna rendaa yedhu
Aattam paattum serndhu nadanthidum Aanandha kaatchiyae idhu
Aattam paattum serndhu nadanthidum Aanandha kaatchiyae idhu
Nalla cinema onnu naadagam rendu Onna rendaa yedhu
Onna rendaa yedhu Indha ulagathai kedukkudhu
Usirai vaanguthu Onna rendaa yedhu
Kurukkezhuthu potti nadathum Koottam peruthu pochu
Kurukkezhuthu potti nadathum Koottam peruthu pochu
Kurukku valiyil panathai serkkum Aasai perugalaachu
Pala kurukku valiyil panathai serkkum Aasai perugalaachu
Kulandhai kuttigal kilavar mathiyil Coupan enbathae pechu
Kulandhai kuttigal kilavar mathiyil Coupan enbathae pechu
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Onna rendaa yedhu Indha ulagathai kedukkudhu
Usirai vaanguthu Onna rendaa yedhu
Padichavan moolaiyum mangi pochu Idhu pattikaattukkum paravi pochu
Kadaikku kadai indha notice aachu Governmentum idhai pathi yosikalaachu
Onna rendaa yedhu Indha ulagathai kedukkudhu
Usirai vaanguthu Onna rendaa yedhu
Mannang kattiyai Malai pol aakkum
Vazhiyai kattudhu Panaththai kuvikkudhu
Onna rendaa yedhu
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Onnaa Rendaa Edhu" from the 1954 film 'Sugam Enge' is a brilliant piece of social commentary, satirizing the widespread craze for crossword puzzle contests and quick money-making schemes prevalent in Tamil Nadu during the 1950s. The recurring question "Onnaa Rendaa Edhu?" (Is it one or two?) directly refers to the common format of these contests, where participants had to choose between two options to win large sums. Lyricist Kannadasan masterfully uses this simple phrase to highlight how this phenomenon captivated all sections of society, from the educated to the common man, leading to a pervasive desire for wealth through shortcuts.
The lyrics humorously depict how this craze influenced daily life, relationships, and even the government's attention. It suggests that this pursuit of easy money could "spoil the world" and "take lives," implying the negative consequences of such gambling. The song touches upon how women used it as a "weapon" and how it blurred the lines between genuine affection and monetary gain. Overall, it's a witty and insightful critique of a significant social trend, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of the time through a catchy and memorable tune.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Onnaa Rendaa Edhu?
Onnaa Rendaa Edhu is sung by கே. ஆர். ராமசாமி.
Which movie is Onnaa Rendaa Edhu from?
The song Onnaa Rendaa Edhu is featured in the movie Sugam Enge.
Who wrote the lyrics for Onnaa Rendaa Edhu?
The lyrics for Onnaa Rendaa Edhu were written by Kannadasan with music composed by Viswanathan-Ramamurthy.
Is English translation available for Onnaa Rendaa Edhu lyrics?
Yes! Onnaa Rendaa Edhu lyrics from Sugam Enge include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Onnaa Rendaa Edhu lyrics?
The song "Onnaa Rendaa Edhu" from the 1954 film 'Sugam Enge' is a brilliant piece of social commentary, satirizing the widespread craze for crossword puzzle contests and quick money-making schemes prevalent in Tamil Nadu during the 1950s. The recurring question "Onnaa Rendaa Edhu?" (Is it one or two?) directly refers to the common format of these contests, where participants had to choose between two options to win large sums. Lyricist Kannadasan masterfully uses this simple phrase to highlight how this phenomenon captivated all sections of society, from the educated to the common man, leading to a pervasive desire for wealth through shortcuts. The lyrics humorously depict how this craze influenced daily life, relationships, and even the government's attention. It suggests that this pursuit of easy money could "spoil the world" and "take lives," implying the negative consequences of such gambling. The song touches upon how women used it as a "weapon" and how it blurred the lines between genuine affection and monetary gain. Overall, it's a witty and insightful critique of a significant social trend, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of the time through a catchy and memorable tune.
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