In Yoruba mythology, Oya is a warrior-goddess of wind, thunder, fertility, fire and magic (which she stole from her husband, Shango). She creates hurricanes and tornadoes and guards the underworld.

Oya, I pray Oya Illuminate me with intelligence, lead me so I won't get lost in the world carefully, carefully, strenuous woman Oya, my fresh air Let no ill wind blow in out direction stand steadily by your children Oya secret of our survival.