Samba-Enredo 2025 - Ómi Tútú ao Olúfon - Água Fresca Para o Senhor de Ifón

The samba-enredo 'Ómi Tútú ao Olúfon – Água Fresca Para o Senhor de Ifón' by G.R.E.S. Imperatriz Leopoldinense is a celebration rich in symbolism and tradition, transporting us into the universe of the orixás and their stories. The song begins by evoking the itã of Oxalá, a sacred tale that narrates this orisha's journey and the challenges he faces, known for his wisdom and serenity. The funfun procession, which means 'white' in Yoruba, refers to the color associated with Oxalá, symbolizing purity and peace.

The lyrics lead us to the realm of the fourth Alafin of Oyó, where Oxalá, majestic in his white alá, consults Ifá, the sacred oracle, and encounters a cruel omen. The piece highlights the importance of Exu, the messenger of the orixás, who breaks the silence with his characteristic laughter and carries the burden of duty. The ebó offering to Exu is a crucial element, symbolizing the need for balance and spiritual protection.

The narrative continues with a reference to Xangô, the orisha of justice, who brings fresh water, a symbol of purification and renewal. Xangô's justice is praised as the true one, and his dwelling atop the quarry represents his strength and authority. The song also references the Nagô precept, a purification ritual that unties knots and overflows with axé, the vital energy, reinforcing the connection to ancestral traditions.

Finally, the piece celebrates the leadership and wisdom of the one who governs the terreiro, wearing the 'adê' (the crown). The rhythm of Ijexá and the sound of the Imperatriz Leopoldinense atabaques echo, uniting all 'oris' (heads) in a celebration of faith and culture. This samba-enredo is a tribute to the richness of Candomblé and the power of the orixás, who guide and protect their children on their spiritual journey.