“Hudugi Kannu,” translated as “Girl’s Eyes,” from the Kannada film “Rathaavara,” hits you like a monsoon breeze laced with tequila. Sriimurali’s voice crackles with a wounded swagger, channeling the plight of a lovelorn soul entangled in the intoxicatingly dangerous web of a girl’s gaze. Yogaraj Bhat’s lyrics, even in translation, are as sharp as a stiletto and as raw as a fresh scar.
Bhat paints the girl’s eyes as loaded weapons, firing love’s bullets straight into the protagonist’s chest. But this isn’t your typical lovesick croon. This man is on the edge, his heart leaking in poetic metaphors like “lines on the back are still fresh.” He begs for a “helmet for the heart,” a relatable wish for anyone who’s ever stumbled into the emotional battlefield of love.
Dharma Vish’s composition captures this chaotic energy perfectly. The song shifts between a punchy rhythm and melancholic interludes, mirroring the protagonist’s emotional rollercoaster. One moment, he’s drowning in memories; the next, he’s drowning his sorrows in beer. Sriimurali’s performance deserves a standing ovation. He embodies the song’s conflicted spirit, his voice oscillating between vulnerable sighs and defiant growls.
RATHAAVARA MOVIE | HUDUGI KANNU SONG LYRICS ENGLISH MEANING
Hudugi Kannu Loaded Gannu, Heartige Bullet-U One By One-U,
A girl’s eyes are a loaded gun. They shoot at our hearts one by one.
Edeya Dolu Agidhe Hole-U, Aadru Hakthaithe Thala Kelu,
There’s a hole in my heart. Still, it beats for her.
Hudugara Heart-Igu Helmet Hakkolo, Option Needu Devare,
God, give to wear an option helmet to our heart.
Chandhini Rath Mein, Churu Kanneeru Sala Madona,
Let’s loan some tears this evening.
Chandani Chowk Mein, Halad Dil Anne Sale-U Madona,
Let’s sell the heart in Chandni Chowk.
Hudugi Kannu Loaded Gannu, Heart-Ige Bullet-U One By One-U,
A girl’s eyes are like a loaded rifle. They are shooting at our hearts one by one.
Hudugi Hinde Biddare, Sikkapatte Thondare,
If you go after girls, you will be in a deep trouble.
Jeeva Geeva Nondare, Bitko Beeru Sikkare,
If, and when you are hurt, have some beer and console yourself.
Nagnagthane Kolthavle, Nankansalli Nodthavle,
She kills me with a smile. She is watching me after pushing me to hell.
Day And Night-U Kadthavle, Kanna Mucche Aadthavle,
She haunts me day and night. She is playing with me white closing my eyes.
Benna Mele Bareda Salu Alise Illa Innu,
The lines on the back are still fresh.
Nanna Nodi Alta Aite Beedi Depanu,
Even the streetlight is laughing at me.
Chandhini Rath Mein, Churu Kanneeru Sala Madona,
Let’s loan some tears this evening.
Chandani Chowk Mein, Halad Dil Anne Sale-U Madona,
Let’s sell the heart in Chandni Chowk.
Hudugi Kannu Loaded Gannu, Heart-Ige Bullet-U One By One-U,
A girl’s eyes are like a loaded rifle. They are shooting at our hearts one by one.
Hucchu Hidsoru Hudgire, Macchu Hidsoru Hudgire,
Girls make us go crazy; girls make us go mad.
Sukka Hodsoru Hudgire, Chatta Ersoru Hudgire,
Girls,make us drink; girls make us die.
Hudgi Bittu Botli Hidide, Prema Gima Cancel,
I left the girl and started drinking.
Kudkand Hange Malkanbardu Kushka Ondh Parcel,
Drinking and sleeping became a routine for me.
Chandhini Rath Mein Churu Kanneeru Sala Madona,
Let’s borrow some tears this evening.
Chandani Chowk Mein Halad Dil Anne Sale-U Madona,
Let’s sell our hearts at Chandni Chowk.
Hudugi Kannu Loaded Gannu Heart-Ige Bullet-U One By One-U,
A girl’s eyes are like a loaded gun. They are shooting at our hearts one by one.
HUDUGI KANNU LOADED GANNU FULL SONG
The English translation for ‘Hudugi Kannu Loaded Gannu’ provided alongside the song serves as a helpful decoder ring. It unlocks the cultural references and wordplay, fully allowing you to appreciate Bhat’s lyrical mastery. While the translation captures the gist, the original Kannada truly sets your heart ablaze. The song’s true power lies in the subtle turns of phrase and the achingly specific emotions.
HUDUGI KANNU MUSIC VIDEO
More Songs from Rathaavara
Nee Muddada Mayavi Lyrics English Translation — Rathaavara | Rajesh Krishnan | Supriya Lohith| Title | Hudugi Kannu |
| Movie | Rathaavara |
| Singer(s) | Sriimurali |
| Lyrics Writer(s) | Yogaraj Bhat |
| Music Composer(s) | Dharma Vish |
| Actor(s) | Rachita Ram, Sriimurali |