Ottachattiya Cover Art

Ottachattiya Lyrics

From the movie Uyarntha Ullam

Ottachattiya Song Lyrics is the track from Uyarntha Ullam Tamil Film – 1985. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja
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LyricistVaali

Singers

எப
Singerஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்

Star Cast

Not Specified

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Uruttu thaalam podaadhae
Paattaan sonnadha kettukkittu Pazhaya paatta paadaadhae

Neeyum naanum onnaaganum Sama needhi gnyaayam undaaganum
Sorum neerum ellaarukkum Vandhu serndhaa bhoomi nallarukkum
Ingae dhaan padichaen vaazhkkai paadam

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Ada uruttu thaalam podaadhae
Hey hey hey hey hey hey hey

Female Chorus : Isalakkaa Male Chorus : Isalakkaa

Female Chorus : Isalakkaa Male Chorus : Isalakkaa

Female Chorus : Hoi Male Chorus : Hoi
Female Chorus : Hoi Male Chorus : Hoi
Female Chorus : Hoi hoi

Kattilgal meththaigal Mel maadi
Ellaam naan paarthendaa munnaadi Angellaam illaadha sandhosham
Ingae naan kandenae inneram

Malar manjam pottu Naan paduthaenda naethu
Adhil oru naalum thookkam Varala hey hey
Tharai melae thaanae Ingu paduthaendaa naanae
Ada idhu pola inbam illa

Ada veetta vittadhum Veliya vandhadhum therinjadhu
Ooru ulagam irukkum Iruppu purinjadhu
Therinjadha purinjadha Eduthu chonnaa arinji kollanum

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Ada uruttu thaalam podaadhae
Hoi paattaan sonnadha kettukkittu Pazhaya paatta paadaadhae

Sorum neerum ellaarukkum Vandhu serndhaa bhoomi nallarukkum
Ingae dhaan padichaen vaazhkkai paadam

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Thathikina thakka thinna thinna
Uruttu thaalam podaadhae Hey hey hey hey hey

Female Chorus : Thakita thathimi Male Chorus : Ha ha
Female Chorus : Thakita thathimi Male Chorus : Ha ha

Female Chorus : Hoiyaa Male Chorus : Hoiyaa

Female Chorus : Thanthaana thanthana Thanthana naa
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi

Female Chorus : Thanthaana thanthana Thanthana naa
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi

Female Chorus : Thanthaana thanthana Thanthana naa
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi hoi

Female Chorus : Thanthaana thanthana Thanthana naa
Male Chorus : Hoi hoi hoi

Thanthaana thanthaana naa naa

Muppaatha vandhaalae Thaai aattum
Naam ellaam ava peththa saeiyaattum Kuppathil ippa thaan kondaattam
Koozh kaachi ootha thaan perungkoottam

Kaappahthum aaththaa Iru kannaala paarthaa
Ada ennaalum thunbam illa Keezh vargam enna
Idhil mel vargam enna Ada ellorum oru thaai pulla

Kuzhandhai kuttigal Irukka venum alavula
Kudumbha nalathai Ninaikka venum manasila
Therinjadha purinjadha Eduthu chonnaa arinji kollanum

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Uruttu thaalam podaadhae
Paattaan sonnadha kettukkittu Pazhaya paatta paadaadhae

Neeyum naanum onnaaganum Sama needhi gnyaayam undaaganum
Sorum neerum ellaarukkum Vandhu serndhaa bhoomi nallarukkum
Ingae dhaan padichaen vaazhkkai paadam

Otta chattiya vachikkittu Hoi hoi hoi hoi hoi
Uruttu thaalam podaadhae Hey hey hey hey hey hey hey

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song, 'Ottachattiya' from the 1985 film 'Uyarntha Ullam', is a vibrant folk-infused track that carries a profound social message. It critiques blind adherence to outdated traditions and societal norms, urging listeners to embrace equality and justice. The protagonist, having experienced both luxury and hardship, finds true happiness and wisdom not in material wealth but in the simple realities of life and the shared human experience. The lyrics advocate for a world where basic necessities like food and water are accessible to all, emphasizing that such equality would make the world a better place.

The song's emotional resonance lies in its call for unity and the dismantling of class distinctions. It uses metaphors like a 'broken pot' to symbolize empty rhetoric or useless endeavors, contrasting them with the genuine joy found in simple living and communal harmony. The reference to 'Muppathamma' as a universal mother reinforces the idea that all humans are children of one mother, thus inherently equal. It's a powerful anthem for social justice, encouraging introspection and a shift towards a more equitable and compassionate society, celebrating the wisdom gained from real-world experiences over inherited prejudices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Ottachattiya?

Ottachattiya is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்.

Which movie is Ottachattiya from?

The song Ottachattiya is featured in the movie Uyarntha Ullam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Ottachattiya?

The lyrics for Ottachattiya were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Ottachattiya lyrics?

Yes! Ottachattiya lyrics from Uyarntha Ullam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Ottachattiya lyrics?

This song, 'Ottachattiya' from the 1985 film 'Uyarntha Ullam', is a vibrant folk-infused track that carries a profound social message. It critiques blind adherence to outdated traditions and societal norms, urging listeners to embrace equality and justice. The protagonist, having experienced both luxury and hardship, finds true happiness and wisdom not in material wealth but in the simple realities of life and the shared human experience. The lyrics advocate for a world where basic necessities like food and water are accessible to all, emphasizing that such equality would make the world a better place. The song's emotional resonance lies in its call for unity and the dismantling of class distinctions. It uses metaphors like a 'broken pot' to symbolize empty rhetoric or useless endeavors, contrasting them with the genuine joy found in simple living and communal harmony. The reference to 'Muppathamma' as a universal mother reinforces the idea that all humans are children of one mother, thus inherently equal. It's a powerful anthem for social justice, encouraging introspection and a shift towards a more equitable and compassionate society, celebrating the wisdom gained from real-world experiences over inherited prejudices.

Song Details

Song NameOttachattiya
Singersஎஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்
LyricistVaali
LanguageTamil

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