Haalalladaru haaku, Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra with meaning in English

SONG LYRICS

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra…

Haalalli keneyaagi,

Neeralli meenagi Haayagiruve

Raghavendra

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra…

Haalalli keneyaagi,

Neeralli meenagi

Haayagiruve Raghavendra

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra…

Mullallaadaru nooku,

Kallallaadaru nooku

Raghavendra… Aa…

Mullallaadaru nooku,

Kallallaadaru nooku Raghavendra

Mullalli mullagi kallalli

kallagi ondaagiruve Raghavendra…

Bisilalli onagisu,

Neralalli malagisu Raghavendra

Bisilalli kempaagi,

Neralalli thampaagi nagu

nagutha iruve Raghavendra

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku

Raghavendra…

Sukhavanne needendu

endu kelenu naanu Raghavendra… Aa…

Sukhavanne needendu

endu kelenu naanu Raghavendra

Munna maadida paapa,

Yaara thaathana gantu

Munna maadida paapa,

Yaara thaathana gantu

Neene helu Raghavendra…

Elliddarenu naa,

Hegiddarenu naa Raghavendra

Ninnalli sharanaagi,

Nee nanna usiraagi baalidare

saaku Raghavendra

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra…

Haalalli keneyaagi,

Neeralli meenagi Haayagiruve

Raghavendra

Haalalladaru haaku,

Neeralladaru haaku Raghavendra…

MEANING OF THE SONG

1st Paragraph:

• “Even if you don't have milk, offer whatever little water you have to Raghavendra.”
• The idea here is devotion matters more than the quality or quantity of offerings.
• “He dwells comfortably like a calf in milk and a fish in water,” meaning he is fully immersed in purity and peace, symbolizing his presence in the hearts of sincere devotees.

2nd Paragraph:

(Same lines repeated for emphasis.)

• The repetition reinforces the message: even simple offerings given with love are enough for Raghavendra.
• His comfort in nature (milk for calves, water for fish) shows his universal presence and oneness with all forms of life.

3rd Paragraph:

• “Even if it’s a thorn or a stone, push it towards Raghavendra.”
• This reflects that the devotee wants to share even their pain or hardship with the divine.
• The next line means “You have become one with the thorn and the stone,” showing that Raghavendra accepts all—the pleasant and the painful—and is with devotees in every situation, even in their suffering and struggles.

4th Paragraph:

• “Let me dry under the sun, but let me sleep in your shade.”
• This means: I can tolerate any difficulty, as long as I feel your divine protection.
• The next line describes Raghavendra as glowing brightly under the sun and smiling peacefully in the shade, symbolizing his dual nature—powerful and compassionate.
• He is divine energy in tough times, and comforting presence in peaceful times.

5th Paragraph:

• “I have never asked you to give me happiness.”
• This shows pure devotion—not asking for pleasure or gain, only seeking a connection with Raghavendra.
• The next line refers to past life sins (karma): “Whose ancestor’s knot (karma) is this? Only you know, Raghavendra.”
• It means: “I surrender my karmic burden to you—please guide or release me.”

6th Paragraph:

• “Wherever I may be, however I may be—Raghavendra, I want to be surrendered to you.”
• This is a complete surrender of ego and identity.
• “If you become my breath and I live with you in my soul, that’s enough for me.”
• It’s the ultimate expression of bhakti—living only to feel the divine presence inside.

7th Paragraph:

• Again, the song returns to its starting lines, highlighting the core message:
  Love, simplicity, surrender, and pure devotion are all that’s needed.
• Raghavendra doesn’t ask for riches—just love, faith, and a sincere heart.