Pathodu Onnu Seruthu Lyrics
From the movie Oppantham
Pathodu Onnu Seruthu Song Lyrics is the track from Oppantham Tamil Film – 1983, Starring Sripriya, Srikanth, Gemini Ganesan, Thengai Srinivasan, Goundamani, Suruli Rajan, K. A. Thangavelu, V. Gopalakrishnan, S. A. Asokan, Shanthamma. This song was sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன். The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Gangai Amaran.
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Ae… pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Ae… pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Pathinaaru vayasu thaan paathaalum pudhusu thaan Bathiramaa koodu saerumo
Paadhaiyilae maari pogumo
Pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Arisi paruppu velai ellaam Yaeri pochu theriyumaa
Maangaa thaengaa velai ellaam Marathu maela nikkudhammaa
Pozhudhu pularum munnaalae Nee poyi nikkanum queue vilae
Adichu pudichu ninnaa thaan Edamum kidaikkum bus lae
Ammammaa ennamma paarammaa kaelammaa Aei… nee pattanatha therinjukkommaa
Pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Koovam nadhi oramaa Veedirukku venumaa
Koranjadhu thaan vaadaga Nooru roobaa thaanammaa
Kazhudhap pulla thoongaadhu Mootta kadi thaangaadhu
Kadhavu jannal poottaadhu Poottikkitta therakkaadhu
Thangammaa chellammaa sollammaa mangammaa Aei… pattanatha paakka venumaa
Pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Lallaa lallae lalala lallae
Lallaa lallae lalala lallae lallaa lallaa laa
Keezhum melum walla post ah Oru kazhudha paakkudhu
Heroine paeru enna Maru kazhudha kekkudhu
Akkam pakkam thirumbudhu Arugil poyi nikkudhu
Aasaiyodu kanaikkudhu Aiyo mutham kodukkudhu
Thangammaa chellammaa sollammaa mangammaa Aei… pattanatha paakka venumaa
Pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Pathinaaru vayasu thaan paathaalum pudhusu thaan Bathiramaa koodu saerumo
Paadhaiyilae maari pogumo
Pathoda onnu saerudhu Indha pattanathula aathaadi onnu koodudhu
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Pathodu Onnu Seruthu" offers a humorous and somewhat cynical commentary on the experience of moving to or living in a bustling city. The central theme revolves around a young, perhaps naive individual (symbolized by "sixteen years old, still new") joining the multitude ("one joins with ten") in the urban landscape. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the struggles faced by city dwellers, from the ever-increasing prices of essential commodities like rice and lentils to the daily grind of long queues for public transport. It highlights the harsh realities of urban living, such as the difficulty of finding affordable and decent housing, humorously describing a dilapidated house by the Cooum river with issues like mosquito infestations and faulty doors.
Beyond the practical challenges, the song also touches upon the social dynamics and sometimes crude observations of city life. The repeated use of "kazhudha" (donkey) to describe people looking at posters or engaging in public displays of affection adds a satirical layer, suggesting a certain naivety or uncouthness observed in the urban crowd. The overarching question posed is whether this young, new individual will safely integrate into this complex environment or get lost and go astray. It's a playful yet poignant reflection on the allure and the harsh realities of city life, urging listeners to understand its true nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Pathodu Onnu Seruthu?
Pathodu Onnu Seruthu is sung by மலேசியா வாசுதேவன்.
Which movie is Pathodu Onnu Seruthu from?
The song Pathodu Onnu Seruthu is featured in the movie Oppantham.
Who wrote the lyrics for Pathodu Onnu Seruthu?
The lyrics for Pathodu Onnu Seruthu were written by Gangai Amaran with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Pathodu Onnu Seruthu lyrics?
Yes! Pathodu Onnu Seruthu lyrics from Oppantham include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Pathodu Onnu Seruthu lyrics?
The song "Pathodu Onnu Seruthu" offers a humorous and somewhat cynical commentary on the experience of moving to or living in a bustling city. The central theme revolves around a young, perhaps naive individual (symbolized by "sixteen years old, still new") joining the multitude ("one joins with ten") in the urban landscape. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the struggles faced by city dwellers, from the ever-increasing prices of essential commodities like rice and lentils to the daily grind of long queues for public transport. It highlights the harsh realities of urban living, such as the difficulty of finding affordable and decent housing, humorously describing a dilapidated house by the Cooum river with issues like mosquito infestations and faulty doors. Beyond the practical challenges, the song also touches upon the social dynamics and sometimes crude observations of city life. The repeated use of "kazhudha" (donkey) to describe people looking at posters or engaging in public displays of affection adds a satirical layer, suggesting a certain naivety or uncouthness observed in the urban crowd. The overarching question posed is whether this young, new individual will safely integrate into this complex environment or get lost and go astray. It's a playful yet poignant reflection on the allure and the harsh realities of city life, urging listeners to understand its true nature.
