Rainha Quelê
Dona Ivone Lara Lyrics


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Rainha Quelé
Quem te fez assim foi a natureza
Rainha Quelé
Com a sua fé, espalha beleza
O mundo africano
Cheio de tristezas e desenganos
Que faz cantar
E também sonhar

Vejo a lua prateada, no terreiro de jongueiro
Escutando a sua voz, praguejando o cativeiro
Encantando o nosso povo, que deseja te saudar
Renovando esperanças, glórias de quem sabe amar
Sabe amar, sabe amar ô ô, sabe amar rainha

Negritude vive solta, cada vez é mais presente
Quando o mundo é ritmado, quando vive o samba quente
Representa nossa gente, vem rainha, vem cantar




O teu canto comovente, glórias de quem sabe amar
Sabe amar, sabe amar ô ô, sabe amar

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dona Ivone Lara's song "Rainha Quelê" celebrate the strength and beauty of African culture and its ability to overcome adversity. The song starts by recognizing that Quelê, the queen, was created by nature itself. She is described as a symbol of faith and spreads beauty wherever she goes. The mention of the African world being filled with sadness and disappointment highlights the historical struggles and hardships faced by African people.


The song emphasizes the power of Quelê's voice, comparing it to the shining moon in a jongueiro (a place where African musical traditions are practiced). Her voice carries the weight of the past, expressing the pain of slavery, but also inspiring hope for a better future. The lyrics also mention the influence of Quelê's singing on the people, who desire to greet her and be touched by her music. She renews their hope and brings glory to those who understand the power of love.


The following verse emphasizes the presence and importance of black culture, which is becoming increasingly prevalent. The rhythm of the world and the heat of samba bring forth the true essence of our people. Quelê represents the African roots that run deep within us, and her voice carries the emotions of the community. She sings with such passion and sentiment, bringing glory to those who truly understand the art of love.


In conclusion, the lyrics of "Rainha Quelê" celebrate the natural beauty, strength, and resilience of African culture. Quelê is recognized as a symbol of faith and beauty, spreading hope and renewal wherever she goes. The song highlights the power of her voice to express the pain and struggles of the past, while also inspiring a sense of unity and love among the people. Through her singing, Quelê represents the presence and importance of black culture, bringing glory to those who understand and appreciate its significance.


Line by Line Meaning

Rainha Quelé
Oh, Queen Quelé


Quem te fez assim foi a natureza
It was nature that made you this way


Com a sua fé, espalha beleza
With your faith, you spread beauty


O mundo africano
The African world


Cheio de tristezas e desenganos
Full of sadness and disappointments


Que faz cantar
That makes you sing


E também sonhar
And also dream


Vejo a lua prateada, no terreiro de jongueiro
I see the silver moon in the jongueiro's yard


Escutando a sua voz, praguejando o cativeiro
Listening to your voice, cursing the captivity


Encantando o nosso povo, que deseja te saudar
Enchanting our people, who wish to greet you


Renovando esperanças, glórias de quem sabe amar
Renewing hopes, the glories of those who know how to love


Sabe amar, sabe amar ô ô, sabe amar rainha
Knows how to love, knows how to love ô ô, knows how to love, queen


Negritude vive solta, cada vez é mais presente
Negritude is unleashed, increasingly present


Quando o mundo é ritmado, quando vive o samba quente
When the world is rhythmic, when the samba is hot


Representa nossa gente, vem rainha, vem cantar
Represents our people, come, queen, come and sing


O teu canto comovente, glórias de quem sabe amar
Your touching song, the glories of those who know how to love


Sabe amar, sabe amar ô ô, sabe amar
Knows how to love, knows how to love ô ô, knows how to love




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Delcio Carvalho, Yvonne Lara Da Costa

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Maravilhosa Canção , Dona Ivone Lara nossa eterna Rainha do Samba,Deus a Tenha Eternamente

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Maravilhosa Canção , Dona Ivone Lara nossa eterna Rainha do Samba,Deus a Tenha Eternamente

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