O ASTRONAUTA
2OIS Lyrics

In "O Astronauta," 2OIS (pronounced "dois") tells the story of an astronaut who is traveling through space but yearning to return home. The astronaut reflects on his journey, acknowledging that he left his heart behind when he took off. Despite feeling like a heroic figure, the astronaut still struggles with finding a reason to believe and decides that leaving is the right move. However, he soon discovers that he made a mistake and ended up in the wrong place, but found a newfound reason to believe. He reflects on how time has made him realize that missing home is something that will last forever, and he searches for stars to guide him back. The song is a powerful commentary on homesickness and the search for belonging, in a way that can be relatable to anyone feeling lost or disconnected.

Interestingly, "O Astronauta" was inspired by the 1985 space shuttle Challenger disaster and its impact on Brazilian culture. The song was written by Caio Cunha and Patricia Palumbo as a tribute to Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher selected to go to space who died when the shuttle exploded. They wanted to create a song that explores both the positive and negative aspects of space travel, emphasizing the human side of space exploration.