Magia de Nanã de Buruquê

The song 'Magia de Nanã de Buruquê' by Filhas de Oxalá is a deeply spiritual and evocative piece that draws on Afro-Brazilian religious traditions, particularly those associated with Candomblé. The lyrics are a heartfelt invocation to Nanã, an orixá (deity) revered in Candomblé and Umbanda, known as the mother of all orixás and associated with wisdom, water, and the earth. The song's title and lyrics reflect a plea for renewal, cleansing, and blessings from this powerful maternal figure.

The opening lines, 'Na luz da lua ela me recriou / Da sua lama renasceu o meu ser,' suggest a rebirth under the moonlight, a common symbol of feminine energy and mystery. The reference to being recreated from Nanã's clay highlights the belief in her power to mold and renew life. This imagery is deeply rooted in the idea that Nanã, as a mother figure, has the ability to cleanse and rejuvenate the spirit of her followers.

Throughout the song, the repeated plea, 'Aiê Nanã salubá aiá / Minha mãe a ti vou me entregar,' emphasizes a deep sense of devotion and surrender to Nanã. The singer seeks to be cleansed of the 'peso da jornada' (weight of the journey) and to be separated from 'toda angústia' (all anguish). This reflects a desire for spiritual purification and relief from life's burdens, trusting in Nanã's sacred power to bring about this transformation. The song is a beautiful expression of faith and the transformative power of divine intervention, encapsulating the essence of seeking solace and renewal through spiritual means.