O Maara, a Tamil anthem by Paal Dabba, from Thug Life, pulses with bold swagger and defiance. Its meaning, “Oh Maara,” evokes a lone lion’s fearless spirit roaming the streets. Lyrics penned by Karthik Netha, Siva Ananth, and Kamal Haasan paint a gritty tale of confidence and rebellion. A.R. Rahman crafts a composition that fuels the song’s raw energy and audacious vibe.
| Track Name | O Maara |
| Discography | Thug Life |
| Main Artist | Paal Dabba |
| Text by | Karthik Netha, Siva Ananth, Kamal Haasan |
| Music Writer | A.r. Rahman |
| Feat. Actors | Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan |
| Release Date | May 27, 2025 |
Paal Dabba’s translation of O Maara lyrics captures a rebel’s fierce pride, strutting through challenges with a gangster’s flair. Karthik Netha, Siva Ananth, and Kamal Haasan’s verses brim with bold imagery, taunting foes with unrelenting drive. The chorus line, “O Maara, Oorula Singam Simple-A Single-A Suththura Simple Naan Dey,” translates to “I roam the town like a simple symbol, a lone lion.”
Thug Life Movie’s O Maara Lyrics Translated to English
O Maara, Oorula Singam Simple-A Single-A Suththura Simple Naan Dey
I roam the town like a simple symbol, a lone lion.
O Maara, Pangama Parappen Ungala Humble-A Irukka Uduven Dey
I will fly wildly and ensure you remain humble.
O Maara, Nerula Thangama Jolippen, Nambi Nee Vandhena Tharuven Kai
I will shine like gold directly; if you trust and come, I will offer my hand.
O Maara, Air-La Saththama Vedikkum Vedi Naan Unakku Theriyavai
I am a loud firecracker exploding in the air; I will make you realize this.
Irukkura Mindset, Naan Karam Vechchu Pudikkira Target
My current mindset is the heat; the target I aim for and hold.
En Mark-La Nikkira Aalukku Hope Illa Bro
The person standing in my way has no hope, brother.
Therikkidhu Bullet, Naan Kodukkuren Alert
A bullet is firing; I am giving a warning.
Unna Enakkulla Irukkura, Veruppula Mudippen Zeero
I will finish you with the hatred I have within me, to zero.
One Check One Two Three, Gun Point-La Mudikkira Hobby
One check, one, two, three, finishing is a habit at gunpoint.
Naan Car-A Style-A, Valachchu Oatturen Flow
I stylishly drift and drive the car.
Oru Gangster-A Irukkum Passion
Having the passion of a gangster,
Unna Thirumba Thirumba Doorathi Varuven Naan
I will chase you again and again.
Ooru Ethirthaalum Avanukku Aayiram Yaanaiyin Balam
Even if the whole town opposes him, he has the strength of a thousand elephants.
Yaar Thaduthaalum Adha Porittu Mudikkira Gunam
Whoever tries to stop him, he has the nature to fight and finish it.
Idhu Yaarukkum Adangaadha Ranam
This is a wound that will not yield to anyone;
Inga Avanukkum Bayam Illa Da
here, even he has no fear.
O Maara, Oorula Singam Simple-A Single-A Suththura Simple Naan Dey
I roam the town like a simple symbol, a lone lion.
O Maara, Pangama Parappen Ungala Humble-A Irukka Uduven Dey
I will fly wildly and ensure you remain humble.
O Maara, Nerula Thangama Jolippen, Nambi Nee Vandhena Tharuven Kai
I will shine like gold directly; if you trust and come, I will offer my hand.
O Maara, Air-La Saththama Vedikkum Vedi Naan Unakku Theriyavai
I am a loud firecracker exploding in the air; I will make you realize this.
O Maara Music Video
Watch the Tamil music video for O Maara from Thug Life embedded above. Directed by Mani Ratnam, it crackles with intensity through the dynamic performances of Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, and Trisha Krishnan.