The Rhythm Of The Saints Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Professor M 

Cover art for The Rhythm Of The Saints lyrics by Paul Simon

Olodumare (a.k.a. Olòrún) is a Yoruba supreme being; Babalú-Ayé represents Olòrún on Earth and is associated with both diseases and their cures. Both are associated with Candomblé, which fits with the Brazilian emphasis of the whole album.