Oru Payala Nambi Cover Art

Oru Payala Nambi Lyrics

From the movie Manitharil Manikkam

Oru Payala Nambi Song Lyrics is the track from Manitharil Manikkam Tamil Film – 1973. This song was sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

MS
Music DirectorM. S. Viswanathan
V
LyricistVaali

Singers

டஎ
Singerடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்

Star Cast

Not Specified

Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa ramaiyaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa somaiyaa

Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa ramaiyaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa somaiyaa

Oru payala nambi vayaththa valarkka vendaandaa
Naama pozhaikkaththaanae kaiyum kaalum vachchaandaa
Oru payala nambi vayaththa valarkka vendaandaa
Naama pozhaikkaththaanae kaiyum kaalum vachchaandaa

: Ada ullatha kondu vaazhavenum therinjukko
Namma viralukeththa veekkam venum purinjukko
Ada ullatha kondu vaazhavenum therinjukko
Namma viralukeththa veekkam venum purinjukko

Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa ramaiyaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa somaiyaa

Manna nambi maramirukku ramaiyaa
Inga unna nambi naanirukken amaaiyaa
Kadalai thaandi dhoodhu pona ramaiyaa
Nee kattra viththaiyai kaatti kaasu kelaiyyaa

Pudichchaa pudichchathu korangu puththi Aaaaa…aaaaaaa…
Kadichaa kadichathu naayi puththi Entha neram pudikkum idhu entha neram kadikkum
Ada yaarukkudaa theriyum Koranga vida kevalam manushan puththi

Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa ramaiyaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa somaiyaa

Aadhiyil intha manushan kooda ramaiyaa
Un jaadhiya saerntha koottamthaandaa somaiyaa
Vaalai thavira maththathu ellaam paarappaa
Intha vaanara jaadhikku maanidarendra perappaa

Oru payala nambi vayaththa valarkka vendaandaa
Naama pozhaikkaththaanae kaiyum kaalum vachchaandaa
Ada ullatha kondu vaazhavenum therinjukko
Namma viralukeththa veekkam venum purinjukko

Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa ramaiyaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa
Thigiriduthannaa thigiriduthannaa somaiyaa

Song Meaning & Analysis

This folk-philosophical song, 'Oru Payala Nambi,' delivers a powerful message of self-reliance and living within one's means. It emphasizes that individuals are endowed with the ability to earn their livelihood and should not depend on others for sustenance. The lyrics advocate for contentment with what one possesses and the wisdom of managing resources according to one's capacity, using the proverb "stretch your legs according to your blanket."

The song takes a cynical, yet insightful, turn by comparing human nature to that of animals. It suggests that human behavior can be more unpredictable and even 'worse' than that of monkeys or dogs, highlighting the fickle and often self-serving aspects of mankind. The reference to Ramaiya, who crossed the sea as a messenger (alluding to Hanuman), cleverly ties into the theme by implying that even humans, who evolved from a 'monkey species,' should utilize their inherent skills to thrive, rather than relying on others or exhibiting base instincts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Oru Payala Nambi?

Oru Payala Nambi is sung by டி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.

Which movie is Oru Payala Nambi from?

The song Oru Payala Nambi is featured in the movie Manitharil Manikkam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Oru Payala Nambi?

The lyrics for Oru Payala Nambi were written by Vaali with music composed by M. S. Viswanathan.

Is English translation available for Oru Payala Nambi lyrics?

Yes! Oru Payala Nambi lyrics from Manitharil Manikkam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Oru Payala Nambi lyrics?

This folk-philosophical song, 'Oru Payala Nambi,' delivers a powerful message of self-reliance and living within one's means. It emphasizes that individuals are endowed with the ability to earn their livelihood and should not depend on others for sustenance. The lyrics advocate for contentment with what one possesses and the wisdom of managing resources according to one's capacity, using the proverb "stretch your legs according to your blanket." The song takes a cynical, yet insightful, turn by comparing human nature to that of animals. It suggests that human behavior can be more unpredictable and even 'worse' than that of monkeys or dogs, highlighting the fickle and often self-serving aspects of mankind. The reference to Ramaiya, who crossed the sea as a messenger (alluding to Hanuman), cleverly ties into the theme by implying that even humans, who evolved from a 'monkey species,' should utilize their inherent skills to thrive, rather than relying on others or exhibiting base instincts.

Music Video

Oru Payala Nambi official music video

Song Details

Song NameOru Payala Nambi
Singersடி. எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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