The lyrics use biblical imagery to mask brutal critiques of the regime's violence.
A religious plea echoing the Passion of Christ: "Pai, afasta de mim esse cálice" ("Father, take this cup from me"). CГЎlice (Cale-se). Chico Buarque & Milton Nascimento.
A direct scream against censorship: "Pai, afasta de mim esse 'cale-se'" ("Father, take this 'shut up' from me"). Lyric Analysis & Symbolism The lyrics use biblical imagery to mask brutal