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Lyrics & meaning

Palli Paadama

From Meera · 1992

Lyricist
Vaali
Singers
Mano, Chorus
Music director
Ilayaraja
Details
Meera1992

Lyrics & meaning

♫ Tanglish lyrics↻ English translation
Male
One two three fourOne, two, three, four
Chorus
Haaeiiii…(4)Haaeiiii...
Male
Namakku ennaalumFor us, at all times,
Proffessors ellaarumAll the professors,
Periya villan thaan vaa veliyae haeiAre absolute villains, come on outside, hey!
Male
Pass aanaalum pappu vegaadhuEven if we pass our exams, it won't be of any use,
Pozhappu kidaikkaadhu vaa veliyae haeiWe won't get a proper livelihood, come on outside, hey!

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song segment captures the rebellious and carefree attitude of college youth. The lyrics vent frustration toward strict academic life, viewing professors as antagonists and expressing cynicism about whether passing exams truly guarantees a good career or future.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Idiom (Marabu Thodar)

“Pass aanaalum pappu vegaadhu”

The phrase 'pappu vegaadhu' literally translates to 'dal won't cook', but idiomatically means 'it won't work out' or 'it is of no use'.

Alliteration (Moonaai)

“Pass aanaalum pappu vegaadhu / Pozhappu kidaikkaadhu vaa veliyae haei”

Repetition of the initial 'P' sound ('Pass', 'pappu', 'Pozhappu') establishes a punchy rhythm appropriate for a youth anthem.

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Trivia

Meera (1992) was directed by acclaimed cinematographer P. C. Sreeram as his directorial debut, starring Vikram in one of his early prominent lead roles, with music composed by Ilaiyaraaja.

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