Cabloco Oxala Chamou

The song 'Cabloco Oxala Chamou' by the artist Umbanda is steeped in the religious and cultural traditions of Umbanda, an Afro-Brazilian religion that blends African spirituality with Catholicism, Spiritism, and indigenous beliefs. The lyrics invoke the name of Oxalá, considered one of the highest deities in the Umbanda and Candomblé pantheons, often associated with Jesus Christ in syncretic religious practices. The song speaks of Oxalá calling and sending for the 'caboclos da Jurema' to come to his 'Juremá,' which is a reference to the spirit world or a sacred place in the context of the religion.

The term 'caboclo' in the song refers to spirit entities that are often associated with the souls of indigenous Brazilians or mestizos who are believed to work for the good of humanity within the spiritual practices of Umbanda. These entities are considered powerful warriors and protectors. The 'caboclos da Jurema' are specifically spirits linked to the Jurema cult, which has indigenous roots and is incorporated into Umbanda rituals. The song emphasizes the authority of Oxalá, calling him 'the king of the entire world' and highlighting his power to command the spirits of Jurema to call upon their 'capangueiros,' or warriors.

The repetition of 'Mandai, Mandai' (meaning 'send, send') and the phrase 'Essa é a ordem suprema' (which translates to 'This is the supreme order') reinforces the urgency and importance of the call. The song is likely used in rituals to invoke the presence of these spirits and to acknowledge the hierarchy and the divine command that Oxalá holds within the spiritual realm. It is a call to action for the spiritual warriors to heed the command of a higher power.