Venkat Tamizh, John Paul P, and Dinesh David present ‘Panamaram’ from the album Nedumi. Lyricist Dinesh David and composer Jass Jp craft a village celebration anthem. Their work praises the Palmyra tree’s cultural significance and toddy’s unifying joy.
Released: March 10, 2023
Panamaram
John Paul P | Venkat Tamizh • From “Nedumi”
Panamaram Lyrics Translation – Nedumi Soundtrack
Dinesh David contrasts colorful modern drinks with traditional toddy’s enduring appeal. His words urge listeners to discard caste divisions through shared festivity. The lyric ‘Wear a shirt of no caste, sing a joyous song’ drives this message.
Pottakattu MettulaiumEven on the barren field’s dry mounds,
Vilanjirukkum Panamaramthe Palmyra tree has flourished.
Sattiyila AdharamIt’s the strength found within the pot,
Udambil Illa Setharamand it won’t cause your body any harm.
Sottugira Kallula ThanWithin every drop of this dripping ‘toddy’ ‘palm wine’,
Sorga Boomi Irukathadayou’ll find a heaven right here on earth.
Kudich Pathu NeeyumJust try a sip for yourself,
Anubavatha Therinjikadaand you’ll know exactly how it feels.
Pottakattu MettulaiumEven on the barren field’s dry mounds,
Vilanjirukum Panamaramthe Palmyra tree has flourished.
Sattiyila AdharamIt’s the strength found within the pot,
Udambil Illa Setharamand it won’t cause your body any harm.
Sottugira KallulathanWithin every drop of this dripping ‘toddy’,
Sorga Boomi Irukathadayou’ll find a heaven right here on earth.
Kudich Pathu NeeyumJust try a sip for yourself,
Anubavatha Therinjikadaand you’ll know exactly how it feels.
Kootam Koodu Attam PoduGather the crowd and start to dance,
Ranagalama Patta Poduand stir up a wild, roaring celebration.
Ullu Kulla KuthugalamaWith pure excitement bubbling inside,
Kuthura Kuthura Thudikuthadayour heart’s pounding with every beat.
Kannadi KopiylaIn those fancy glass cups,
Colour Coloura Kudichalumeven if you drink colorful spirits,
Pathanikku Munnalacompared to this fresh ‘pathani’ ‘palm sap’,
Balpu Vangi Pogumadathey’ll just lose their spark and fail.
Sutham Illada AnaIt might not look refined or filtered,
Sathu Ullathadabut it’s packed with pure nutrients.
Aanda Arasanum IdhukuEven the kings who ruled the land,
Azhagu Adima Dawere beautiful slaves to its charm.
Vella NiramadaIt’s pure white in color,
Namma Manasu Poladajust like our honest hearts.
Sottu Sottaga NammaDrop by precious drop,
Pasam Kottumadaour affection will overflow.
Pottakattu MettulaiumEven on the barren field’s dry mounds,
Vilanjirukum Panamaramthe Palmyra tree has flourished.
Sattiyila AdharamIt’s the strength found within the pot,
Udambil Illa Setharamand it won’t cause your body any harm.
Sottugira KallulathanWithin every drop of this dripping ‘toddy’,
Sorga Boomi Irukathadayou’ll find a heaven right here on earth.
Kudich Pathu NeeyumJust try a sip for yourself,
Anubavatha Therinjikadaand you’ll know exactly how it feels.
Odi Pogum VazhkaiyulaIn this life that’s racing by,
Kondu Poga Yethumillathere’s nothing we can take with us.
Kallu Mullum Sernthu VarumStones and thorns will appear together,
Neeyum Pogum Padhaiyilaon the path that you’re traveling.
Jadhi Illa Satta PoduWear a shirt that’s free of caste,
Kalakalapa Patu Poduand sing a song that’s full of life.
Samarasam VenumunuDeclaring that we need equality,
Solli Solli Atam Podukeep on dancing with that message.
Patta Katti KallakudiTie your sash and drink the ‘toddy’,
Thembu Ulla Yerumadiand your spirit will surely soar.
Sutham Kitham Pakka VenaDon’t worry about being perfectly clean,
Sathiyama Nallathadibecause I swear, it’s truly good for you.
Karupa Sami ThanLord ‘Karuppasamy’ ‘a local guardian deity’ himself,
Vazhum Irumbu Kotta Dadwells within this iron fortress.
Suthi Ninnu Pottu VachiStand around and mark your foreheads,
Oore Vanangundaas the whole village bows in worship.
Pangu Inga ParudaLook at this, my partner,
Namma Vazhka Jourdaour life is truly magnificent.
Uchiyila Yeri NinnuStand upon the very peak,
Oraka Solluda Panguand shout it out loud, my friend.
Kootam Koodu Attam PoduGather the crowd and start to dance,
Ranagalama Patta Poduand stir up a wild, roaring celebration.
Ullu Kulla KuthugalamaWith pure excitement bubbling inside,
Kuthura Kuthura Thudikuthadayour heart’s pounding with every beat.
Kannadi KopiylaIn those fancy glass cups,
Colour Coloura Kudichalumeven if you drink colorful spirits,
Pathanikku Munnalacompared to this fresh ‘pathani’,
Balpu Vangi Pogumadathey’ll just lose their spark and fail.
Panmaratha ValathachiWe’ve nurtured the Palmyra tree,
Pala Varusham Sothachiand we’ve tested it for many years.
Kastamellam PoyachiAll our troubles have vanished now,
Nalla Kalam Koodi Pochiand the good times have finally arrived.
Panmaratha ValathachiWe’ve nurtured the Palmyra tree,
Pala Varusham Sothachiand we’ve tested it for many years.
Kastamellam PoyachiAll our troubles have vanished now,
Nalla Kalam Koodi Pochiand the good times have finally arrived.
Panamaram Music Video
Palmyra tree symbolism anchors the Panamaram lyrics translation, framing natural traditions as social equalizers. Dinesh David positions local customs above imported trends for community bonding. Nedumi album listeners find clear cultural preservation themes.