Candeeiro Encantado
Lenine Lyrics

The song "Candeeiro Encantado" by Lenine is a tribute to the legendary figure of Lampião, who was a bandit and a legendary figure in Brazilian history. The lyrics of the song depict the harsh realities of life in the Brazilian sertão (dry and impoverished hinterland) and the fight against injustice.

The opening lines are an indication of the tough and uncompromising nature of life in the sertão, where only the strong survive. It talks about how the strong and brave men of the sertão do not yield to betrayal or cowardice and are willing to fight with their machetes if the situation calls for it. The chorus of the song, "É Lamp, é Lamp, é Lamp... É Lampião, mu candeeiro encantado," pays tribute to Lampião, who was known for his bravado and loyalty.

The next few lines talk about how, in a land where violence and revenge are the norm, even the smallest of conflicts can lead to bloody fights. It mentions how, for the people of the sertão, it is important to fight until the last drop of blood and how ruthless they can be in their actions. The verse "Já foi-se o tempo do fuzil papo amarelo, Pra se bater com o poder lá do sertão" refers to the fact that the people of the sertão no longer use traditional weapons like rifles to fight but instead use more guerrilla tactics such as ambushes and surprise attacks.

The final verse talks about the need for unity and collaboration, the recognition of the cultural diversity in Brazil and the need to celebrate it. The lines "Falta o cristão aprender com São Francisco, Falta tratar O nordeste com o sul" highlight the need for people to learn from the teachings of St. Francis and to bridge the gaps between different Brazilian regions. It ends by mentioning that there are some things that are uniquely Brazilian and that need to be preserved, like the music of Jackson do Pandeiro, the maculêlê, and the maracatu.