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Soodaana

From Pushpa 2 : The Rule · 2024

Lyricist
Viveka
Singer
Shreya Ghoshal
Music director
Devi Sri Prasad
Details
Pushpa 2 : The Rule2024

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Ada oorellamHey, to the whole town
Ivan morattu kaalaiHe is a fierce wild bull
Aana en munnalaBut in front of me
Oru pachchai baalagan polaHe is like an innocent young child
Female
Ada naadellamHey, to the entire country
PidivathakkaranHe is a stubborn man
Aana vandhu paaruBut come and look at him
En veetil kannukutty polaIn my house, he is like a little calf
Female
Oh paakka thaan paaraiOh, to look at, he is like a rock
Ullayo veraInside, he is entirely different
Kallu pol ulla aalukulla ullaInside the man who seems like stone
Kadavula paarthadhu naan thaaneI am the only one who saw a god
Female
Soodana thee kangu madhiri iruppaneHe remains like a hot burning ember
En saamiMy lord
Lesana poom panju madhiri pachchai pullaYet like light flower-soft cotton, he is a tender child
En saamiMy lord
Female
Kannu sevakka ninnu pesumStanding with eyes turned red while speaking
Kovam thaan ooru ariyumThe town knows only his anger
Kannukulla ulla eeramThe moisture and tenderness in his eyes
Enakku mattum thaane theriyumOnly I get to know it
Female
Meesa murukkum rosakkaraTwirling his mustache with pride
Veerana ooru ariyumThe town knows his heroism
Meesai adiyil aasai sirippuThe loving smile beneath his mustache
Enakku mattum thaane theriyumOnly I get to know it
Female
Kaatula puliyaLike a tiger in the jungle
Dhada dhada dhada dhadaWith a heavy pounding stride
Thorathura gunam thaan oorariyumThe town knows his chasing nature
Thazhu thazhu kuralilIn a soft, trembling voice
Thala vechu madiyilPlacing his head on my lap
Urugura gunamum indha sreevallikke theriyumOnly this Sreevalli knows his melting heart
Female
Soodana thee kangu madhiri iruppaneHe remains like a hot burning ember
En saamiMy lord
Lesana poom panju madhiri pachchai pullaYet like light flower-soft cotton, he is a tender child
En saamiMy lord
Female
Oh paari vallal pola yedhayumOh, like the great patron Paari
Oorukke vaari tharuvanHe generously gives everything to the town
Paavam chinna muththam kettuPoor thing, asking for a tiny kiss
Enkitta kenji thavippanHe begs and pleads with me
Female
Periya periya velaiyellamHuge and complex tasks
Sattunu pesi mudippanHe finishes discussing in a flash
Podum sattai theda solliAsking me to find the shirt he wears
En munna kaathu kedappanHe waits in front of me
Female
Yedhurula theriyum edhiriyai ellamAny enemy appearing before him
Yedhuthe mudikkum en aaluMy man takes on and finishes off
Yedhurula dhinamum naan varum sagunamSeeing me as a daily auspicious omen
Paarthe engayum porappaduvanHe steps out only after looking at me
Female
Soodana thee kangu madhiri iruppaneHe remains like a hot burning ember
En saamiMy lord
Idhu pola purushan irundha endha ponnumIf any woman gets a husband like this
MaharaaniShe is a queen

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This song from Pushpa 2: The Rule offers an intimate look into the relationship between Sreevalli and Pushpa Raj from the heroine's perspective. To the rest of the world, Pushpa is a dangerous, hot-tempered hero, a stubborn force, and a fierce wild bull who takes down any enemy in his path. However, Sreevalli reveals that behind his rough and stony exterior lies a gentle, innocent child and a loving soul. She contrasts how the world views his wrath and pride with how he behaves in private—resting his head on her lap, begging for a kiss, and waiting for her to find his clothes. The song beautifully captures the idea that while Pushpa is a king to his people, Sreevalli's devotion and unique place in his heart make her a queen.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Simile (Upamai)

Oru pachchai baalagan pola

Compares Pushpa's gentle nature at home to a tender infant ('pachchai baalagan') and a calf ('kannukutty').

Contrast / Anthesis (Ethirsol)

Soodana thee kangu madhiri iruppane / Lesana poom panju madhiri pachchai pulla

Juxtaposes his intense anger ('soodana thee kangu' / hot ember) with his delicate affection ('lesana poom panju' / light flower cotton).

Allusion / Hyperbole

Oh paari vallal pola yedhayum oorukke vaari tharuvan

Compares Pushpa's extreme generosity towards his town to King Paari (Paari Vallal), one of the legendary Seven Great Patrons of ancient Tamil literature.

Onomatopoeia (Etai Kilaivi)

Dhada dhada dhada dhada

The rhythmic sound 'Dhada dhada' mimics the fast pounding sound of his footsteps or heart when chasing down opponents.

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Trivia

The track 'Sooseki' (titled 'Soodana Thee Kangu' in Tamil) is composed by Devi Sri Prasad and sung by Shreya Ghoshal with lyrics by Viveka. The song became a viral sensation across India upon its release, featuring the popular pairing of Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, showcasing Sreevalli's perspective on Pushpa's hidden gentle side.

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