Sid Sriram’s ‘Olu’ from the album ‘Maniyarayile Ashokan’ blends soulful vocals with Sreehari K Nair’s composition. Lyricists Sreehari K, Shamzu Zayba, and Sid Sriram craft a romantic ode centered on a beloved’s presence.
Released: August 31, 2020
Olu
Sid Sriram | Sreehari K • From “Maniyarayile Ashokan”
Olu Lyrics Translation – Maniyarayile Ashokan Soundtrack
The lyrics compare her eyes to a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird, noting their sharp, captivating quality. Sid Sriram describes how her smile awakens the world and makes his soul throb, using simple Malayalam phrases.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Olonnu Peyyunna Bahraya NeramThe moment she pours down like a vast ocean.
Aazhangalaakkannil Suruma ParathiSpreading ‘kohl’ deep within those eyes.
Thirakal PoleMoving just like the waves.
Kaathoram Chollunna PorishayellaamAll the glory whispered close to my ear.
Olente Penninte NaamangalaayiHave turned into names for my beloved girl.
Kissakal PoleJust like in the fables.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Oloru Chiriyale AalamilakeWith just one of her smiles, the whole world awakens.
Raavoli Pakarumpol RoohonnuthudicheWhen night turns to light, my soul begins to throb.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Poothaankiri Kili KannulloroluShe has the sharp eyes of a ‘Poothaankiri’ bird.
Kissakalil Paranjora ChelulloroluShe holds the grace described in ancient tales.
Olu OluShe is the one, she is the one.
Kannuthurannu Khalbu MidichuI opened my eyes and my heart skipped a beat.
MunnilolunduNow she’s standing right in front of me.
Olu Music Video
Sreehari K Nair’s melody supports lyrics translation for ‘Olu’ that frame love as both immediate and legendary. The track positions everyday moments as mythic through repeated chants and folk metaphors.