Toogire Rayara -
: A veteran playback singer whose version is widely cherished.
: Praises him as a revered yogi and the ultimate protector. Toogire Rayara
: The song is a Lali Haadu or cradle song (the word toogire means "lull to sleep" or "swing the cradle"). : A veteran playback singer whose version is
The lyrics offer deep praise for Raghavendra Swamy’s divine attributes: Toogire Rayara
The song is a staple in Kannada devotional music and has been recorded by several prominent artists:
"Toogire Rayara" (Kannada: ತೂಗಿರೆ ರಾಯರ) is a revered devotional hymn composed by . It is dedicated to Sri Raghavendra Swamy (c. 1595–1671), the influential Vaishnava saint and scholar affectionately known as " Rayaru ". Overview of the Hymn
: Another frequent performer of this hymn within the Dasa tradition.