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Singam Pota Singakutti

From Kozhi Koovuthu (1982 Film) · 1982

Lyricist
Vaali
Singer
Gangai Amaran
Music director
Ilayaraja
Details
Kozhi Koovuthu (1982 Film)1982

Lyrics & meaning

♫ Tanglish lyrics↻ English translation
Male
Singam potta singa kuttiA lion cub born to a lion,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Chorus :Singam potta singa kuttiChorus: A lion cub born to a lion,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Male
Thanga tamil thanga kattiA golden piece of Tamil gold,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Chorus :Thanga tamil thanga kattiChorus: A golden piece of Tamil gold,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Male
Raththathoda raththamadaaHe is blood of our blood,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Chorus :Raththathoda raththamadaaChorus: He is blood of our blood,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Male
Enga udan pirantha oruththaradaaHe is one born alongside us,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Chorus :Enga udan pirantha oruththaradaaChorus: He is one born alongside us,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Male
Enga thozharukku thozharadaaA friend to all our friends,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Chorus :Enga thozharukku thozharadaaChorus: A friend to all our friends,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!
Male
Iru thol koduththuLending both his shoulders,
Namma oora kaakkum annaachchiOur elder brother protects our village!
Chorus :Iru thol koduththuChorus: Lending both his shoulders,
Namma oora kaakkum annaachchiOur elder brother protects our village!
Male
Vambu sandaikku pogamaattaanHe will never look for unnecessary fights,
Chorus :Enga annaachchiChorus: Our elder brother!
Male :Aa…..vantha sandaiya vidavum maattaanMale: Ah... nor will he back down if a fight comes to him,
Chorus :Enga annaachchiChorus: Our elder brother!
Chorus
Namma annan polaLike our elder brother,
Thambiyum vaazha vaazhththu paadungadaaSing songs of blessings so the younger brother may also thrive!
Nalla kumari pola kulavai pottuLike good young maidens, ululate with joy,
Kummiyum adingadaaAnd dance the Kummi folk dance!
Lululuooooooooo……….Lululuooooooooo...
Chorus
Singam potta singa kuttiA lion cub born to a lion,
Enga annaachchiIs our elder brother!

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

"Singam Potta Singa Kutti" is an energetic, celebratory Tamil folk song expressing deep admiration, affection, and respect for an elder brother figure ('Annaachchi'). The lyrics describe him as a brave, golden-hearted leader who protects his village with strength and honor, standing by his people as blood and family. He is depicted as someone who avoids seeking trouble but never backs down from protecting his folks when confronted. The song invites the entire village to celebrate his virtues through traditional folk forms like 'Kulavai' (ululation) and 'Kummi' (a traditional clapping dance), wishing that the younger brother grows up with the same noble character and valor.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Metaphor (Uruvam)

“Singam potta singa kutti / Thanga tamil thanga katti”

Compares the noble, brave elder brother to a lion cub ('Singa kutti') born to a lion and a block of gold ('Thanga katti').

Anaphora / Refrain (Epiphroa)

“Enga annaachchi”

The repeated use of 'Enga annaachchi' at the end of lines builds a rhythmic chant and reinforces collective pride.

Alliteration (Monai)

“Thanga tamil thanga katti”

Repetition of the initial 'Th' consonant sound in 'Thanga tamil thanga katti' creates a pleasing melodic flow.

Hyperbole (Uyarvu Navitchi)

“Raththathoda raththamadaa”

Describing the brother as 'Raththathoda raththamadaa' (blood of our blood) emphasizes extreme unity and familial closeness with the whole village.

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Trivia

This high-energy folk track from the 1982 movie 'Kozhi Koovuthu' was composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and penned by veteran lyricist Vaali. The film was directed by Gangai Amaran and stars Prabhu, Suresh, and Silk Smitha.

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