Tippu and Shankar Mahadevan team up for ‘Oh Mama Mama,’ a vibrant track from the album Minnale. Vaali writes playful lyrics, while Harris Jayaraj creates a mix of Western beats and Gana rhythms. The song invites listeners to let loose and dance.

Released: February 12, 2024
Oh Mama Mama
Shankar Mahadevan | Tippu • From “Minnale”
Oh Mama Mama Lyrics Translation (from “Minnale”)
Vaali mentions ‘Let’s live our lives playfully,’ capturing the carefree spirit of the song. The performer uses imagery of street drama and dance to create an electrifying anthem. The blend of genres keeps the energy high and the mood lively.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
TherukkooththuIt’s the drama of the streets.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Rhythm PottuDrop the rhythm.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Vidu JoottuLet’s partner up and dance.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Gana PattuIt’s a ‘Gana’ anthem.
Oo Mama Mama MamaOh uncle, uncle, uncle.
Mama Mama MamoamiyaUncle, uncle, Mamma Mia.
Oo SundaymondaytuesdayOh, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.
Ezhu Nalum Keep It Free YaKeep all seven days free, yeah.
Oo Mama Mama MamaOh uncle, uncle, uncle.
Mama Mama MamoamiyaUncle, uncle, Mamma Mia.
Oo SundaymondaytuesdayOh, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.
Ezhu Nalum Keep It Free YaKeep all seven days free, yeah.
Bismilla BismillaBismillah, Bismillah.
Nam Vazhvai Vazhvom PlayfulaLet’s live our lives playfully.
Oo Lalla Oo LallaOoh la la, Ooh la la.
Idhu Western Gana GopalaThis is a fusion of Western and Gana, my friend.
Ulagaththai Idhu Kalakkidum KalakkidumThis song will shake up the entire world.
Minsara PadalaIt’s an electrifying track.
Oo Mama Mama MamaOh uncle, uncle, uncle.
Mama Mama MamoamiyaUncle, uncle, Mamma Mia.
Oo SundaymondaytuesdayOh, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.
Ezhu Nalum Keep It Free YaKeep all seven days free, yeah.
Bismilla BismillaBismillah, Bismillah.
Nam Vazhvai Vazhvom PlayfulaLet’s live our lives playfully.
Oo Lalla Oo LallaOoh la la, Ooh la la.
Idhu Western Gana GopalaThis is a fusion of Western and Gana, my friend.
Ulagaththai Idhu Kalakkidum KalakkidumThis song will shake up the entire world.
Minsara PadalaaIt’s an electrifying track.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
TherukkooththuIt’s the drama of the streets.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Rhythm PottuDrop the rhythm.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Vidu JoottuLet’s partner up and dance.
Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo KooKukkukoo Kukkukoo Kukkukoo Koo.
Gana PattuIt’s a ‘Gana’ anthem.
Vazhadhe MamoolaDon’t live a routine life.
Nee Podu New RuleaSet your own new rules.
Life Enna Nam Padikkum High SchoolaIs life just a high school for us to study in?
Yellow Linwa EepeekooLike crossing the yellow line, let loose.
Ishtam Pola Neeyum GoYou just go wherever you wish.
Inbaththukku Kodi Roottu EngengooThere are millions of routes to happiness everywhere.
Thamizh PattaladiHit them with a Tamil song.
Indha Worldai PidiCapture this entire world.
Engum YetrukkodiHoist our flag in every place.
Aama Nanga ReadyeeYes, we are definitely ready.
Oo Mama Mama MamaOh uncle, uncle, uncle.
Mama Mama MamoamiyaUncle, uncle, Mamma Mia.
Oo SundaymondaytuesdayOh, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.
Ezhu Nalum Keep It Free YaKeep all seven days free, yeah.
Bismilla BismillaBismillah, Bismillah.
Nam Vazhvai Vazhvom PlayfulaLet’s live our lives playfully.
Oo Lalla Oo LallaOoh la la, Ooh la la.
Idhu Western Gana GopalaThis is a fusion of Western and Gana, my friend.
Ulagaththai Idhu Kalakkidum KalakkidumThis song will shake up the entire world.
Minsara PadalaaIt’s an electrifying track.
Nana Tara Tara Na Na NaNana Tara Tara Na Na Na.
Nana Tara Tara Na Na NaNana Tara Tara Na Na Na.
Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na NaNa Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na.
Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na NaNa Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na.
Venum Venum Ve Ve VenumWe want it, we want it, we really want it.
Venum Venum Ve Ve VenumWe want it, we want it, we really want it.
Kangalil Telescope Varam VenumOur eyes want the gift of telescopic vision.
Kalgalil Rocket Speed Venum VenummOur legs want the speed of a rocket.
Filmu Kata Jeans VenumWe want trendy, film-style jeans.
Figurea Theththa Benz VenumvenummWe want a Benz car to catch a pretty girl’s eye.
Bill Gates KoodaththanEven Bill Gates himself…
Mangaththa AdiththanSat down to gamble at cards.
Banku Kadai Baki Ellam TheerpomaShall we clear all our bank debts?
Veerappan KoodaththanEven the bandit Veerappan…
Snow Balling AdiththanPlayed happily with snowballs.
Hostages Ellaraiyum MeetpomaShall we go and rescue all the hostages?
Engal VazhkkaiyileIn the story of our lives,
Oru Full Stop IlleThere’s absolutely no full stop.
Engum Irangi YeraTo just get on and off anywhere,
Adhu Bus Stop Ille EhhThis isn’t a bus stop.
Oo Mama Oo Mama Oo MamaOh uncle, oh uncle, oh uncle.
Oo Mama Mama MamaOh uncle, uncle, uncle.
Mama Mama MamoamiyaUncle, uncle, Mamma Mia.
Oo SundaymondaytuesdayOh, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday.
Ezhu Nalum Keep It Free YaKeep all seven days free, yeah.
Bismilla BismillaBismillah, Bismillah.
Nam Vazhvai Vazhvom PlayfulaLet’s live our lives playfully.
Oo Lalla Oo LallaOoh la la, Ooh la la.
Idhu Western Gana GopalaThis is a fusion of Western and Gana, my friend.
Ulagaththai Idhu Kalakkidum KalakkidumThis song will shake up the entire world.
Minsara PadalaaIt’s an electrifying track.
Oh Mama Mama Music Video
The English lyrics of ‘Oh Mama Mama’ encourage breaking free from routine. Tippu and Shankar Mahadevan deliver a Tamil song that fuses Western and Gana styles.