Pettai Rap Lyrics
From the movie Kadhalan
Pettai Rap Song Lyrics is the track from Kadhalan Tamil Film – 1994, Starring Prabhu Deva, Nagma, Vadivelu, Raghuvaran, S. P. Balasubramaniam, Manorama, Girish Karnad, Allu Ramalingaiah, Ajay Rathnam, Padmapriya. This song was sung by சுரேஷ் பீட்டர்ஸ், தேனீ குஞ்சரம்மா. The music was composed by A. R. Rahman. Lyrics works penned by S. Shankar.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Music & Lyrics
Singers
Star Cast
Ah…haaa…ah ah haaa… Ah…haaa…
Rhythm of life Blue clear mountain
Mixed with attitude Funky drums from hell
Saidapettai chrompettai Ranipettai pettai rap
Pettai rap… pettai rap…pettai rap
Indru enna nalai enna Dhinasari adhae
Kalai enna malai enna Matramillaiyae
Marandhiruppomae Kavalai marandhiruppomae
Kobam vandhal konjam Oththi vaippomae
Ada get up and dance Ithu thaan new chance
Un kayil ellam irukkudhada
Iss ee ki da…iss ee ki da Mettu podalam
Mudhal yar mudhal yar Mudhala mudhala mudhala
Petta rap petta rap Petta rap petta rap
Pettai rap Ammapettai ayyampettai
Thenampettai thengai mattai Ammapettai ayyampettai… pettai rap
Thenampettai thengai mattai
Hey kasenna panamenna Iruppadhu oru life
Podhumada sami Enakku oru wife
Thirandhu vaippomae Manasai thirandhu vaippomae
Varuvadhu yar ena Vittuthan parpomae
Ada unakkena pirandhadhu Unakae thaan
Kidachadha vaichukkoda Avvalavu thaan
Nadapadhuthan Nadappadhuthan unmai
Vidiyum paar vidiyum paar Vidiya vidiya vidiya vidya
Pettai rap… pettai rap Pettai rap pettai rap
Petta rap oooooo…petta rap ooo…ooo Petta rap oooooo…petta rapooo…ooo
Petta rap
Vadagai currentu muravasal Packet palu pullakutti
Schoolu feesu nallennai Mannennai ravai ration
Palm oil pacharisi godhumai Pathala pathala
Kasu konjam kooda pathalaiyae
Orana rendana undiyala udachu Nalana ettana kadana udana vangi
Orana rendana undiyala udachu Nalana ettana kadana udana vangi
Anda gunda adagu vachum Anju pathu pichai eduthum
Pathala pathala pathala pathala
Gnana pazhamae Gnana pazhamae
Nee chevvaipettai Gnana pazhamae
Gnana pazhamae oooooo Gnana pazhamaeoooooo
Nee chevvaipettaioooooo Gnana pazhamaeoooooo
Saidapettai ranipettai Chrompettai petta rap
Saidapettai ranipettai Chrompettai petta rap
Ammapettai ayyampettai Thenampettai thengai mattai
Ammapettai ayyampettai Thenampettai thengai mattai
Hey sarayam karuvadu Thundu beedi vavvalu
kudisai kuppai thotti Pakkathula tea kadai
Rickshaw kathadi Bottleodu manja
Gilli goli lungi Bana gana patta padalama
Aalai anjalai bazaru nijaru Kanniyappan muniamma
Giri gaja mani
Mgru sivaji rajini kamalu Bagilu bigulu sevulu avulu
All shows house fullu
Pettai rap… pettai rap Pettai rappettai rap
Pettai rap… pettai rap Petai rap pettaai rap
Petta rap petta rap petta rap petta rap Petta rap petta rap petta rap petta rap
Stop it Eva ava…
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song 'Pettai Rap' is a vibrant and energetic ode to the everyday life and culture of Chennai's working-class neighborhoods, known as 'pettais'. It vividly portrays the rhythm of daily existence, acknowledging the monotony and the constant struggle with financial constraints, from paying rent and school fees to buying basic groceries. Despite these hardships, the lyrics exude an indomitable spirit, urging listeners to forget worries, postpone anger, and embrace life with an open heart, believing that everything destined for them will come.
Beyond the struggles, the song is a celebration of the unique identity of these localities. It name-drops various 'pettais' and paints a colorful picture of street life with references to local slang, games (gilli, goli), food (dried fish), common items (beedi, lungi), and even iconic film stars like MGR, Sivaji, Rajini, and Kamal. The call to sing 'Baana Gaana' songs further emphasizes the folk and street-level cultural elements, making 'Pettai Rap' a raw, authentic, and optimistic snapshot of urban life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Pettai Rap?
Pettai Rap is sung by சுரேஷ் பீட்டர்ஸ், தேனீ குஞ்சரம்மா.
Which movie is Pettai Rap from?
The song Pettai Rap is featured in the movie Kadhalan.
Who wrote the lyrics for Pettai Rap?
The lyrics for Pettai Rap were written by S. Shankar with music composed by A. R. Rahman.
Is English translation available for Pettai Rap lyrics?
Yes! Pettai Rap lyrics from Kadhalan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Pettai Rap lyrics?
The song 'Pettai Rap' is a vibrant and energetic ode to the everyday life and culture of Chennai's working-class neighborhoods, known as 'pettais'. It vividly portrays the rhythm of daily existence, acknowledging the monotony and the constant struggle with financial constraints, from paying rent and school fees to buying basic groceries. Despite these hardships, the lyrics exude an indomitable spirit, urging listeners to forget worries, postpone anger, and embrace life with an open heart, believing that everything destined for them will come. Beyond the struggles, the song is a celebration of the unique identity of these localities. It name-drops various 'pettais' and paints a colorful picture of street life with references to local slang, games (gilli, goli), food (dried fish), common items (beedi, lungi), and even iconic film stars like MGR, Sivaji, Rajini, and Kamal. The call to sing 'Baana Gaana' songs further emphasizes the folk and street-level cultural elements, making 'Pettai Rap' a raw, authentic, and optimistic snapshot of urban life.
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