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Lyrics & meaning

Jigidi Killaadi

From Pattas · 2020

Lyricist
Vivek
Singer
Anirudh Ravichander
Music director
Vivek-Mervin
Details
Pattas2020

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Ethir veetu heorini neeYou are the heroine of the house opposite.
Lemon mintu cooler maa neeYou are like a refreshing lemon mint cooler, girl.
Yedhoo konjam glamour-u dhaan neeYou just have a bit of glamour.
AdhukennamaaaWhat about that now?
Male
Double xl torture maa neeYou are a double XL level torture, girl.
Padam ootum theater maa neeYou are like a theater running a movie, girl.
Peter ku daughteru dhaan neeYou are the daughter of 'Peter' (a posh English speaker).
SalappaadhammaStop chattering and bragging, girl.
Male
Thoondil pottu paaruIf you try casting a fishing line,
Puliyaa iruppaaShe will act like a fierce tiger.
Vala virichanna eliyaa kadippaaIf you spread a net, she will bite like a rat.
Porivechadhumae kizhiyaa parappaThe moment you set a trap, she flies away like a parrot.
Jigidi kilaadiA clever, tricky player!
Male
Pakkathula vanthaIf she comes nearby,
Olikkum melodyA sweet melody plays.
Macham mattum illaShe doesn't just have a beauty spot,
Agumark rowdyShe is a hallmark-certified rowdy!
Namalukkae toughuGiving a tough time even to us,
Kudukkum thirudiShe is a thief who gives us a hard time.
Adhappu ammaadiOh my, what an attitude!
Male
{Jillu vudumChorus :Jigidi kilaadi{Chilling out - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Ginnu kannuChorus :Jigidi kilaadiMale: Intoxicating eyes - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Ulla varaChorus :Jigidi kilaadiMale: Stepping inside - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Enna pannaChorus :Jigidi kilaadi} -(2)Male: What to do - Chorus: Clever player} (x2)
Male
Ethir veetu heorini neeYou are the heroine of the house opposite.
Lemon mintu cooler maa neeYou are like a refreshing lemon mint cooler, girl.
Yedhoo konjam glamour-u dhaan neeYou just have a bit of glamour.
AdhukennamaaaWhat about that now?
Male
Double xl torture maa neeYou are a double XL level torture, girl.
Padam ootum theater maa neeYou are like a theater running a movie, girl.
Peter ku daughteru dhaan neeYou are the daughter of 'Peter'.
SalappaadhammaStop chattering, girl.
Male
Emaathura head office-uThe head office of deception,
Onnodadha Kddd……Yours is that, you fraud!
Head weightla 8-u kiloWith eight kilos of arrogance in your head,
Poyaachu di koodiIt has increased so much!
Male
Instavukkae nee illanaIf you are not there on Instagram,
Vyabaaram illana diiThere is no business at all!
Installmentil un dhuttu ellaamAll your money in installments,
Kariyaaukuren vaa diiI'll spend it all away, come on!
Male
Bomma pulla ippo iva dhaanThis doll-like girl is now
AnnabelleAnnabelle (a spooky doll)
Vaaya vutta namma nilamaiIf she speaks out, our condition
ThirugalGets completely twisted!
Chinna arakkinu oorulaNews in town that she is a little demoness,
ThagavalThat is the report!
Jigidi KilaadiClever, tricky player!
Male
Pakkathula vanthaIf she comes nearby,
Olikkum melodyA sweet melody plays.
Macham mattum illaShe doesn't just have a beauty spot,
Agumark rowdyShe is a hallmark-certified rowdy!
Namalukkae toughuGiving a tough time even to us,
Kudukkum thirudiShe is a thief who gives us a hard time.
Adhappu ammaadiOh my, what an attitude!
Male
{Jillu vudumChorus :Jigidi kilaadi{Chilling out - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Ginnu kannuChorus :Jigidi kilaadiMale: Intoxicating eyes - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Ulla varaChorus :Jigidi kilaadiMale: Stepping inside - Chorus: Clever player
Male :Enna pannaChorus :Jigidi kilaadi} -(2)Male: What to do - Chorus: Clever player} (x2)
Male
Ethir veetu heorini nee neeYou are the heroine of the house opposite.
Lemon mintu cooler maa neeYou are like a refreshing lemon mint cooler, girl.
Yedhoo konjam glamour-u dhaan neeYou just have a bit of glamour.
AdhukennamaaaWhat about that now?
Male
Double xl torture maa neeYou are a double XL level torture, girl.
Padam ootum theater maa neeYou are like a theater running a movie, girl.
Peter ku daughteru dhaan neeYou are the daughter of 'Peter'.
SalappaadhammaStop chattering, girl.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This energetic track from 'Pattas' playfully describes a stylish, rebellious, and feisty neighborhood girl. The protagonist banteringly teases her glamour, high-maintenance attitude, social media addiction, and modern quirks using vibrant Chennai slang. He compares her to both refreshing drinks and terrifying pop-culture figures like Annabelle, painting her as a clever 'rowdy' who keeps everyone on their toes.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor

Lemon mintu cooler maa nee

Compares the girl directly to a cool drink ('Lemon mintu cooler') and a theater screen ('Padam ootum theater').

Hyperbole

Head weightla 8-u kilo

Exaggerates her ego as weighing 8 kilograms and claims Instagram's entire business relies on her.

Iyaibu (End Rhyme)

Porivechadhumae kizhiyaa parappa

Uses rhyming endings (-iruppaa, -kadippaa, -parappa) across successive lines to create a catchy beat.

Pop Culture Allusion

Annabelle

Refers to horror film character Annabelle to playfully describe her unpredictable and scary nature.

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Trivia

Sung by Anirudh Ravichander and composed by the musical duo Vivek-Mervin, 'Jigidi Kilaadi' became an instant viral hit due to its catchy Madras slang and youth-centric lyrics written by lyricist Vivek.

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