Among all Telugu poets, few possess a voice as enduring, fearless, and transformational as Yogi Vemana, the 17th-century saint-poet whose verses (Vemana Padyalu) continue to echo across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and the Telugu-speaking diaspora. His poetry—direct, moral, rebellious, philosophical, and deeply spiritual—speaks with astonishing relevance to modern readers. Vemana stands at the intersection of yoga, humanism, social reform, and Advaita-inspired spirituality. His works critique hypocrisy, celebrate inner purity, challenge caste arrogance, condemn greed, and illuminate the path to self-realization. Though centuries old, his style is strikingly simple, almost colloquial, making his poems accessible even to young readers today. This article explores Vemana's life, historical context, philosophy, poetic method, yogic symbolism, social critique, and his influence on modern Telugu consciousness.