In her statement, the singer emphasized the importance of approaching the issue seriously, with respect and integrity.
spoke out for the first time about the controversy generated by his song “Caranguejo”. The artist was the target of a complaint to the Public Ministry, which questioned the change in the song’s lyrics, where the name Iemanjá was replaced by another term. In her statement, Leitte emphasized the importance of addressing racism seriously, with respect and integrity. During a pre-New Year’s Eve show in Recife, the singer chose to sing “Eu amo meu Rei Yeshua”, instead of the original lyrics that mentioned Iemanjá. This change generated reactions and led to the formalization of a complaint at the Public Ministry of Bahia. Prosecutor Lívia Sant’Anna Vaz will be responsible for analyzing the case. The complaint was filed by Iyalorixá Jaciara Ribeiro, together with Idafro, who allege that the artist’s conduct is defamatory and discriminatory. The situation raises questions about cultural representation and respect for Afro-Brazilian traditions, themes that have gained prominence in current social discussions.
Published by Sarah Paula
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