Ponto da Pombagira Rainha Das Almas

The song "Ponto da Pombagira Rainha Das Almas" by Punto de Umbanda y Kimbanda is a spiritual narrative set to music, reflecting the beliefs and practices of Umbanda and Kimbanda, Afro-Brazilian religions that blend African traditions with Catholicism, Spiritism, and Indigenous influences. The lyrics describe a mystical encounter with Pombagira, a spirit entity known for her connection to the crossroads, transformation, and the afterlife.

In the song, the narrator recounts a night under the moonlight where they seek out Pombagira at a cemetery ('calunga'), bringing offerings such as champagne, flowers, and candles to a tomb. Pombagira is often associated with such offerings, which are meant to honor her and request her assistance. The spirit appears as a beautiful woman who calmly speaks to the narrator, revealing her identity as the Queen of Souls and a messenger of Obaluaye, an Orisha associated with life, death, and healing. She assures the narrator that their requests will be fulfilled, emphasizing her power and the respect she commands.

The song's lyrics delve into themes of faith, the supernatural, and the power of the entities revered in Umbanda and Kimbanda. It portrays Pombagira as a powerful and benevolent figure, capable of granting wishes and holding deep mysteries within her domain, the cemetery. This encounter reflects the broader cultural context in which these religions operate, where the spiritual world is closely intertwined with the physical, and entities like Pombagira play a significant role in the lives of the faithful.