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Papa Legba by Nemo Boko
VOODOO SONG
by Nema
The drums returned from Ife,
full of strength and might;
I hear their rhythm call me,
they thunder in the night.
The offerings are ready,
the courtyard is swept clean,
the drumsong calls the Mighty Ones,
the banners sway and gleam.
Scarlet snake, O Damballah,
the center post is strong.
Aida Wedo come to me,
do not linger long.
Ogoun, mighty warrior,
your cauldron and your nail
await your pleasure here tonight;
your children do not fail.
Agwe of the ocean waves,
be sure to bless your priest;
your laden ship is launched and sunk
to bring to you your feast.
Marassa, bring your double selves
as you have done before;
Papa Legba show the way
and open up the door.
Erzulie, lovely lady,
we brought you fine perfume,
Fearsome Baron Samedhi,
we call you from the tomb.
The horses wait for riders,
come take us for tonight;
walk your points in power
while the fire’s burning bright.
