Dambala
Exuma Lyrics
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Eat weeds from the deepest part of the sea
bring the trumpet from heaven
And the fire from hell
Then nobody can break the spell
Chorus
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
On the seventh day God will appear
On the seventh night Satan will be there
On the seventh day God will appear
On the seventh night Satan will be there
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
You slavers will know what it's like to be a slave
A slave to your hearts, a slave to your head
A slave to your souls, a slave to your graves
You won't go to heaven
You won't go to hell
You'll remain in your graves
with the stench and the smell
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
I'll melt down your walls
I'll melt down your steel guns
I'll make you dumb
I'll make you blind
Dambala send demons
Dambala send angels
Dambala send fire
Dambala send water
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
Oh Dambala, come Dambala
The lyrics to Exuma's song Dambala are rich in symbolism and spirituality. The three-toed frog is believed to have powerful mystical abilities, and the song calls on its wings to bring forth the wisdom of the deepest part of the sea. The trumpet from heaven and the fire from hell represent the forces of both good and evil, and by harnessing them, the singer believes that he can cast a spell that cannot be broken.
The chorus is a call to Dambala, a powerful Haitian and West African deity associated with snakes and healing. The references to God and Satan on the seventh day and night emphasize the idea of balance between opposing forces.
The second verse is a warning to slavers, telling them that they will know what it is like to be enslaved to their hearts, heads, souls, and graves. The final verse is a proclamation of power, with the singer promising to melt down walls and steel guns and to make the slavers dumb and blind. The final lines call once again on Dambala to send demons, angels, fire, and water.
Overall, the song has a message of spiritual power and the ability to overcome oppression through the forces of nature and the divine.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing of the wings of a three toad frog
Glorify the power of the natural world and its creatures, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant they may appear.
Eat weeds from the deepest part of the sea
Embrace the unfamiliar and seek wisdom in the depths of the unknown, even if it means consuming something unpleasant or unappealing.
bring the trumpet from heaven
Call upon the divine forces above, which possess great power and can bring about change and transformation.
And the fire from hell
Draw from the intense and passionate energy that is often associated with the darker aspects of life, including pain, loss, and suffering.
Then nobody can break the spell
When these forces are combined, they create a powerful and unbreakable force that can overcome any obstacle or challenge.
On the seventh day God will appear
There is a deep spiritual significance to the number seven, which is often associated with divine creation and completion.
On the seventh night Satan will be there
Even in the presence of great divine power, there is also the presence of darkness and negativity that must be acknowledged and overcome.
You slavers will know what it's like to be a slave
Those who oppress and subjugate others will one day experience the same level of oppression and subjugation themselves, as an act of divine justice.
A slave to your hearts, a slave to your head
People can become enslaved by their own thoughts and emotions, which can exert a powerful influence over their actions and behavior.
A slave to your souls, a slave to your graves
Even after death, people can be bound by their own desires and attachments, preventing them from moving on to the next stage of existence.
You won't go to heaven
Rejecting the divine and embracing negative forces will ultimately lead to a spiritual dead end and eternal stagnation.
You won't go to hell
Similarly, embracing the forces of darkness and rebellion will not lead to true liberation or enlightenment.
You'll remain in your graves
Those who reject divine guidance will remain trapped in their own limited perspectives and unable to transcend their own limitations.
with the stench and the smell
Their rejection of the divine will leave them in a state of decay and spiritual putrefaction, cut off from the vitality and richness of true spiritual life.
I'll melt down your walls
The forces of change and transformation brought about by Dambala will break down the barriers and limitations that prevent people from embracing the spiritual life.
I'll melt down your steel guns
Even the most potent symbols of human power and dominance will be rendered meaningless in the face of the divine forces that guide the universe.
I'll make you dumb
Those who embrace negativity and reject the divine will ultimately become disconnected from the true sources of knowledge and insight in the universe.
I'll make you blind
Similarly, those who deny the spiritual will be unable to see the true nature of reality and will be trapped in their own illusions and delusions.
Dambala send demons
Dambala has the power to summon and control negative spiritual forces, which can be harnessed for positive purposes.
Dambala send angels
At the same time, Dambala can also summon and control positive spiritual forces that can help guide and uplift individuals and communities.
Dambala send fire
Fire is a symbol of passion, energy, and transformation, which can be used for positive or negative purposes depending on how it is wielded.
Dambala send water
Water is a symbol of life, purification, and renewal, and can be used to cleanse the soul and wash away negative energies.
Chorus
The chorus repeats the name and call of Dambala, who is a powerful and transformative spiritual force that can help individuals connect with the divine and achieve true liberation.
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Sindbad232
Exuma's "Dambala" is a mesmerizing incantation, invoking the primal forces of creation and destruction. With each haunting refrain of "Oh Dambala, come Dambala," we are beckoned into a world of deep spiritual reverence, where the boundaries between the divine and the profane blur.
The song is steeped in the potent imagery of Vodou, with Dambala being one of the most revered spirits, often depicted as a serpent deity overseeing creation, balance, and purity. The song's lyrics, with references to the wings of a three-toed frog and weeds from the ocean's depths, paint an ethereal tapestry, suggesting a connection to ancient rituals and nature's enigmatic wonders.
The dichotomy of "On the seventh day, God will appear" and "On the seventh night, Satan will be there" speaks to the balance of light and dark, of good and evil, acknowledging that both forces are ever-present and intertwined in the human experience. This balance is further emphasized by Dambala's power to "send demons" and "send angels," indicating the deity's overarching dominion over both chaos and order.
But perhaps the most chilling verse is the searing indictment of slavers, a stark reminder of the profound pain and historical trauma of the African diaspora. Exuma's words evoke a visceral reckoning, a spiritual comeuppance for those who've perpetuated cruelty and oppression.
"Dambala" isn't just a song; it's an evocative ritual, a bridge between the seen and the unseen, and a profound exploration of cosmic balance, justice, and retribution. Through Exuma's haunting voice, we are offered a glimpse into the spiritual tapestry of the Caribbean, a place where past atrocities echo alongside prayers for healing and transcendence.
@popyeni7854
" You slavers will know
What it's like to be a slave
A slave to your hearts
A slave to your heads
A slave to your souls
A slave to your graves
You won't go to heaven
You won't go to hell
You'll remain in your graves
With the stench and the smell "
@SaumBodhi
Bummpacars
No, what you hear in this song here is something very special and monumental to the living experiance. Very few artists can bring something this deep out of the unconscious. It may be due to the music being heavily rooted in a culture and tradition which has been around for eons, carrying further, deeper, and ultimately a most pure symbolism to ring our conscious minds with.
In other words, mortality. The song brings a vivid (and IMHO healthy) conversation with the totality of the living experiance. Especially for anyone who is part of a culture which builds itself a psychological wall between its people and the element or mortality. This music rings so true that is basically brings you an experiance usually typical of shaman rhitual involving psychedelic substances.
I have always thought that music has this potential, but this is one of its best examples, and quite confirms it. Arts and drugs (not necessarily combined, nor exclusive) can serve a very similar purpose in the end. Religions have been the occaional manifestation (often turned corrupt with time) of cultural need for bravery in acceptance of mortality, but people have acheived it more or less though many other paths (like art and or drugs) as well.
Humanity's ever ongoing struggle for foundation.
As with dreams, if this song has struck a deep chord within you, then it is most likely your unconscious mind telling you something. Usually things like this happen when they are most needed, weather you are aware of it or not at the time.
Keep on searching. This is good.
@mastertrey4683
This song sounds like it would be in the ending credits of the world.
@Harv3y79
TWrecks its played in the end credits of a film called "catch me daddy"
@livewireOrourke
lmao, quote of the year.
@90sbaby1
@@Harv3y79 lol yes.
@threedanesfull3045
I love this whole album!!
@SinaMuscarina
True. Like, now for example 😅
@Sindbad232
Exuma's "Dambala" is a mesmerizing incantation, invoking the primal forces of creation and destruction. With each haunting refrain of "Oh Dambala, come Dambala," we are beckoned into a world of deep spiritual reverence, where the boundaries between the divine and the profane blur.
The song is steeped in the potent imagery of Vodou, with Dambala being one of the most revered spirits, often depicted as a serpent deity overseeing creation, balance, and purity. The song's lyrics, with references to the wings of a three-toed frog and weeds from the ocean's depths, paint an ethereal tapestry, suggesting a connection to ancient rituals and nature's enigmatic wonders.
The dichotomy of "On the seventh day, God will appear" and "On the seventh night, Satan will be there" speaks to the balance of light and dark, of good and evil, acknowledging that both forces are ever-present and intertwined in the human experience. This balance is further emphasized by Dambala's power to "send demons" and "send angels," indicating the deity's overarching dominion over both chaos and order.
But perhaps the most chilling verse is the searing indictment of slavers, a stark reminder of the profound pain and historical trauma of the African diaspora. Exuma's words evoke a visceral reckoning, a spiritual comeuppance for those who've perpetuated cruelty and oppression.
"Dambala" isn't just a song; it's an evocative ritual, a bridge between the seen and the unseen, and a profound exploration of cosmic balance, justice, and retribution. Through Exuma's haunting voice, we are offered a glimpse into the spiritual tapestry of the Caribbean, a place where past atrocities echo alongside prayers for healing and transcendence.
@blobeyez
My father played this when i was a young boy and its been stuck in my head ever since, and while hes on his death bed as i speak it really brings our memories together, this will be played at his funeral in the coming weeks, i love you dad ❤️❤️❤️ many many thanks for the upload 👍👍👍
@TheThing2011
BLOBEYE SQUASH I'm sorry for your loss. This is the best song to conclude a lifetime.
@enockcompere916
🙏🏿