An event will take place on the 27th to discuss measures that guarantee respect and dignity to Afro-Brazilian communities
The Public Prosecutor of the State of Bahia (MP-BA) will hold a public hearing on the 27th to discuss the protection of religions of African origin and the impacts of actions that could violate the historical and cultural heritage of these traditions.
The hearing is a response to the case involving the singer Claudia Leittewho changed the lyrics of his song Crab during recent presentations, replacing the name of the orixá Iemanjá with “Yeshua”, a term associated with Jesus in some Christian movements. Wanted by EstadaoThe singer’s team has not commented on the case. The space remains open.
The hearing, scheduled for 2pm at the MP-BA headquarters in Salvador, aims to discuss preventive measures in sectors such as culture, education and legislation to ensure respect for Afro-Brazilian communities, with particular pay attention to the terreiros peoples.
The action was motivated by the civil investigation launched by the MP-BA following the formal complaint by Iyalorixá Jaciara Ribeiro and the Institute for the Defense of the Rights of Afro-Brazilian Religions (Idafro). The investigation aims to investigate the possible moral damage caused by the modification of Claudia Leitte’s song.
Texts and positioning edited by Claudia Leitte
Complaint for change of song lyrics Crab came to light after the singer’s performances in Salvador and Recife, in which Claudia Leitte, who converted to Christianity in 2014, changed her name from Iemanjá to “Yeshua”.
NO STAYS! After singing the same lyrics quoting Jesus (Yeshua) for 17 years, Claudia Leitte sang the lyrics to HER song “Caranguejo” again in her own way. Understand: the indelible cannot be erased. pic.twitter.com/MnKx3rKk63
— Claudia Informa (@ClaudiaInforma) December 29, 2024
The replacement was seen as an affront to Afro-Brazilian religions and generated controversy on social media over the preservation of cultural heritage linked to religious practices involving the orixá Iemanjá.
In a recent interview, Cláudia commented on the case, stating that racism is a serious problem and should be discussed in depth. The singer also reiterated her commitment to values such as respect, solidarity and integrity. “We cannot negotiate these principles or turn them into something to throw at the Internet court,” he said.
Before taking the stage at Virada Salvador, Claudia Leitte gave an interview to Dinho Júnior, addressing the recent controversies.
“I am Bahian, I am proud to be Bahian. I am a singer of axé music and I am proud to be a singer of axé music.” pic.twitter.com/MP4qpqEyj3
— Bienne (@ApoioClaudiaL) December 30, 2024
Source: Terra
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