
Othipo Othipo Lyrics
From the movie Rickshaw Mama
Othipo Othipo Song Lyrics is the track from Rickshaw Mama Tamil Film – 1992, Starring Sathyaraj, Gautami Tadimalla, Khusbhu Sundar, Sridevi Vijayakumar, Goundamani, Vijayakumar, Nagesh, Radha Ravi, Venniradai Moorthy, Pandu. This song was sung by மனோ மற்றும் குழு. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Singers
Star Cast
Heyyyy Rappara pappara
Pappara pappara paaa Hey heyyy
Rappara pappara Pappara pappara paaa
Papap pappara pappara paaa Papap pappara pappara paaa
Papap pappara pappara paaa Papap pappara pappara paaa
Papap pappara paaa papa paaa
Oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Ada oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Indha rickshaw mama Vandi varuthu
Oram po thooram po Chinna paapakkalai
Yethi varuthu Paarthu po paarthu po
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Haan Oththi po
Oththi po Konjam orama
Oththi po
Kaal nadaiya poravanga Cycle kaaranai moraikka
Cycelilae poravanga Scootera vazhi marikka
Scooterila poravanga Motor karana thadukka
Moto karan lorryai vida Over speedu edukka
Appan vitta roatukku Aalukaalu sandai thaan
Kathi kathi punnachi Annachi thondai thaan
Ellarum onna poga Eppadi thaan aagumaiyaa
Oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Indha rickshaw mama Vandi varuthu
Oram po thooram po Chinna paapakkalai
Yethi varuthu Paarthu po paarthu po
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Heyyy lalalala lalala laaa Lalalala lalala laaa
Heyyy lalalala lalala laaa Lalalala lalala laaa
Lala lalal lalal laaa Lalla lalla laa laa
Lala lalla lalla laa laa
Sigappu vilakku edhukirukku Purijikanum pappa
Pacha vilakku erinjiduchi Munnala nee popaa
Aanai singam puligal kooda Adhadhu routela pogudhu
Aararivu irukkum sanangal Dhinamum route maaruthu
: Padichatha eppothum Nadappula konda nee
Nadappula vandha thaan Naatukkoru raasa nee
: Naalaikulla raasakkalai Innaiku yethi pogum vandi
Oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Ada oththi po Oththi po
Konjam orama Oththi po
Indha rickshaw mama Vandi varuthu
Oram po thooram po Chinna paapakkalai
Yethi varuthu Paarthu po paarthu po
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Idhu yaaru thandha vandi MGR thandha vandi
Haan Oththi po
Oththi po Konjam orama
Oththi po
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, 'Othipo Othipo', is a lively and cautionary tale delivered from the perspective of a rickshaw driver, affectionately called 'Rickshaw Mama'. He urges everyone on the road to make way for his vehicle, especially because he is carrying children, whom he refers to as the 'kings of tomorrow'. The song humorously highlights the chaos and lack of civic sense on Indian roads, where pedestrians glare at cyclists, cyclists block scooters, and car drivers overspeed, leading to constant squabbles over shared public space. It playfully questions how everyone can move forward if there's no mutual understanding or adherence to rules.
Beyond the immediate traffic scenario, the song carries a deeper message about discipline, civic responsibility, and the importance of nurturing the younger generation. It uses traffic signals as a metaphor for life's rules, emphasizing that even animals follow their paths, unlike humans who often deviate despite having superior intellect. The reference to MGR (M.G. Ramachandran), a beloved former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, suggests a legacy of public service and care for the common people, aligning the rickshaw driver's role with a sense of duty towards the future of the nation embodied by the children he transports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Othipo Othipo?
Othipo Othipo is sung by மனோ மற்றும் குழு.
Which movie is Othipo Othipo from?
The song Othipo Othipo is featured in the movie Rickshaw Mama.
Who wrote the lyrics for Othipo Othipo?
The lyrics for Othipo Othipo were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Othipo Othipo lyrics?
Yes! Othipo Othipo lyrics from Rickshaw Mama include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Othipo Othipo lyrics?
This song, 'Othipo Othipo', is a lively and cautionary tale delivered from the perspective of a rickshaw driver, affectionately called 'Rickshaw Mama'. He urges everyone on the road to make way for his vehicle, especially because he is carrying children, whom he refers to as the 'kings of tomorrow'. The song humorously highlights the chaos and lack of civic sense on Indian roads, where pedestrians glare at cyclists, cyclists block scooters, and car drivers overspeed, leading to constant squabbles over shared public space. It playfully questions how everyone can move forward if there's no mutual understanding or adherence to rules. Beyond the immediate traffic scenario, the song carries a deeper message about discipline, civic responsibility, and the importance of nurturing the younger generation. It uses traffic signals as a metaphor for life's rules, emphasizing that even animals follow their paths, unlike humans who often deviate despite having superior intellect. The reference to MGR (M.G. Ramachandran), a beloved former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, suggests a legacy of public service and care for the common people, aligning the rickshaw driver's role with a sense of duty towards the future of the nation embodied by the children he transports.
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