Karataka Damanaka (Movie) Title Song Lyrics English Translation — Shankar Mahadevan

The Kannada track “Karataka Damanaka (Movie) Title Song Lyrics Translation” from the movie of the same name features Shankar Mahadevan as the vocalist and was penned by Yogaraj Bhat. This socially conscious song delves into the themes of corruption, hypocrisy, and inequality. The lyrics have been crafted with a keen eye on human nature and societal issues, making them a poignant commentary on the prevalent state of affairs.


Karataka Damanaka Title Song Lyrics English Translation Shankar Mahadevan

Title Karataka Damanaka Title Song
Movie/Album Karataka Damanaka
Vocalist(s) Shankar Mahadevan
Lyricist(s) Yogaraj Bhat
Music Producer(s) V. Harikrishna
Star Cast Shiva Rajkumar, Prabhu Deva, Priya Anand, Nishvika Naidu

The translated lyrics of the Kannada song “Karnataka Damanaka” depict two individuals’ struggles and hardships. The song questions societal norms and human behaviour, suggesting that no one is perfect despite societal claims of superiority.

Karataka Damanaka Movie’s Title Song Lyrics English Translation


Karataka Damanaka Karataka Damanaka
Karataka Damanaka Hey Karataka Damanaka

The chorus line “Karataka Damanaka” refers to the state of Karnataka in India being suppressed or subjugated, which could be interpreted in various ways such as political corruption or economic inequality.
Ondooralalli Obba Idda Sorry Ondooralalli Ibrudu Idru, Karataka Damanaka
Once there live a man in a town. Sorry, once there lived two people in a town.
Hatturalalli Kashtapatru Sorry Hatturanne Otte Itru, Karataka Damanaka
They worked hard in ten different places. Sorry, they mortgaged all these ten places.
Bhoomiyondu Bola Tale Toppi Itre Tappu Enu
Baalu Ondu Nanda Deepa Batti Itre Tappu Enu

The earth is bald-headed. What’s wrong in shaving it?
Life is glowing light! What’s wrong in burning it?

Naramaanava Narimaanava
Human being, a cunning being!
Illi Ellaru Uttamaradare Adhamaru Yaaragudu
If everyone becomes great, who shall be the worst?

Hey Karataka Damanaka Karataka Damanaka
“Karataka Damanaka” means Karnataka is being suppressed or subjugated, possibly due to corruption or inequality.

Satya Sutkollalla Lungi, Sulla Hakkondaithe Anga
Sun is naked, a lies are fully dressed.
Karataka Damanaka
Karataka Damanaka!

Obboradu Ondodu Pungi, Obrigintha Obru Dhongi, Damanaka Kelu Damanaka,
Every individual is more of a hypocrite than the next.
Pharfettagi Il Yaaravne Pratiyobbaru Tusu Kettavne
Who is perfect here? Everyone has a defect.
Illi Naave Bestu, Ellu Vestu
We are the best, everyone else is waste.
Nanu Great-u Ninu Great-u Ettu Bettu
You and I are great. Thumbs up, I say.

Nama Samaja Jenugudu Kaddi Itre Tappu Enu
Hotte Hasivu Srstilile Laddu Kadre Tappu Enu
Hulumanava Hulimanava
Illi Ellaru Huligale Aadare Iligalu Yaaragudu
Karataka Damanaka Karataka Damanaka
Karataka He Damanaka

Karataka Damanaka Title Song Music Video

The “Karataka Damanaka Title Song” music video features Shiva Rajkumar and Prabhu Deva and offers a thought-provoking commentary on societal issues and human nature. Shankar Mahadevan’s vocals bring depth and emotion to the poignant lyrics.