Thiruchi Loganathan and Jikki perform ‘Paadam Sariyaa Master’ from the album Punar Jenmam. Lyricist Subbu Arumugam and composer T. Chalapathi Rao craft a playful duet between student Pushpa and her teacher, using school metaphors for romantic tension.
Paadam Sariyaa Master
Thiruchi Loganathanand Jikki • From “Punar Jenmam”
Pushpa asks about passing his ‘lesson,’ hinting at affection. The teacher responds that her gaze makes school unnecessary. Arumugam frames their exchange with lines like ‘There is a fruit in the garden, and a way to pick it,’ signaling mutual interest through metaphor.
Paadam Sariyaa MasterIs my lesson right, Master?
Naan Paasa Faila MasterDid I pass or fail, Master?
Dhinam Palliyil Neengal Patta PaatirkkuFor the trouble you took in school every day
Parisu Venduma MisterDo you want a reward, Mister?
Paadam Sariyaa MasterIs my lesson right, Master?
Naan Paasa Faila MasterDid I pass or fail, Master?
Paadam Sarithaan PushpaThe lesson is perfect, Pushpa
Ingae Parisum Readya PushpaThe prize is ready here too, Pushpa
Undhan Paarvaiyilae Pala Kaaviyam IrukkaWhen epics hide within your gaze
Palliyum Edharkku PushpaWhy do we even need school, Pushpa?
Paadam Sarithaan PushpaThe lesson is perfect, Pushpa
Ingae Parisum Readya PushpaThe prize is ready here too, Pushpa
Thottathilae Oru Kani IrukkuThere’s a fruit in the garden
Thottu Parikkavum Vazhi IrukkuThere’s a way to reach and pluck it
Thottathilae Oru Kani IrukkuThere’s a fruit in the garden
Thottu Parikkavum Vazhi IrukkuThere’s a way to reach and pluck it
Adhai Suthi Kondae En Vizhi IrukkuMy eyes keep circling it
Thoda Mudiyaamal ThadaiyirukkuBut a barrier stops me from touching
Adhai Suthi Kondae En Vizhi IrukkuMy eyes keep circling it
Thoda Mudiyaamal ThadaiyirukkuBut a barrier stops me from touching
Thunivirukku Anbu Manam IrukkuI have the courage, I have the heart
Innum Dhoorathil Vilagidum Nilai EdharkkoWhy does this distance keep us apart?
Paadam Sariyaa MasterIs my lesson right, Master?
Naan Paasa Faila MasterDid I pass or fail, Master?
Yettilum Ezhuthilum Un Mugam ThaanIn books and script, I see only your face
Edhir Kondaazhaippadhum PunnagaithaanIt’s your smile that welcomes my embrace
Yettilum Ezhuthilum Un Mugam ThaanIn books and script, I see only your face
Edhir Kondaazhaippadhum PunnagaithaanIt’s your smile that welcomes my embrace
Ellai Meeriya Pala Ennamum ThondruthuThoughts cross the line, wild and free
Sollaadha Kaaranam Veen Bayam ThaanSilence speaks of empty fear in me
Paadam Sarithaan PushpaThe lesson is perfect, Pushpa
Ingae Parisum Readya PushpaThe prize is ready here too, Pushpa
Ulagam Mulusum Kaadhal MayamThe whole world is filled with love
Ulagam Mulusum Kaadhal MayamThe whole world is filled with love
Uyir Ullavar Ellaam Kaadhal NayamEvery living soul feels love’s sway
Vovvoru Dhesamum Kaadhalil VaazhudhuEvery nation lives on love’s display
Umakkum Enakkaum Idhil Enna BayamSo why should you and I be afraid?
Paadam Sariyaa MasterIs my lesson right, Master?
Naan Paasa Faila MasterDid I pass or fail, Master?
Paadam Sarithaan PushpaThe lesson is perfect, Pushpa
Ingae Parisum Readya PushpaThe prize is ready here too, Pushpa
Overcoming hesitation defines the Paadam Sariyaa Master lyrics translation. Both characters admit attraction but pause at societal barriers before embracing love’s universal power.
