A pop version of the stars of vaudeville and cabaret. This is how the sextet of dancers and singers who were very successful in the disco scene in the 1970s was defined. The group was born at the time of the soap opera Dancin' Days, by the musical producer Nelson Motta, who took advantage of the talent of six waitresses from his nightclub in Rio. Starting with short musical numbers between tables, singing young guard and rock hits, As Frenéticas began to sell out shows and soon became a national phenomenon.
A Felicidade Bate A Sua Porta
As Frenéticas Lyrics
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Diretamente da Rádio Nacional,
Temos o prazer de apresentar:
"A Felicidade Bate à Sua Porta!"
O Trem da Alegria saiu agora.
Partiu nesse instante
Da Rádio Nacional,
A gare principal da Central.
Miçangas e tangas e sambas para o nosso Carnaval.
O Trem da Alegria promete-mete-mete-mete, garante
Que o riso será mais barato, dora-dora-dora em diante
Que o berço será mais confortável,
Que o sonho será interminável,
Que a vida será colorida, etc e tal.
Que a Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta,
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se eu quero
A Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se querem
A Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta,
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se querem.
Pois o Trem da Alegria promete-mete-mete-mete,
Garante
Que o riso será mais barato, dora-dora-dora em diante
Que o berço será mais confortável,
Que o sonho será interminável,
Que a vida será colorida, etc e tal.
Que a Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta,
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se eu quero
A Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se querem
A Dona Felicidade
Baterá em cada porta
E que importa a Mula Manca
Se querem
A Dona Felicidade.
The song "A Felicidade Bate à Sua Porta" by As Frenéticas opens with a radio introduction that announces the arrival of the "Trem da Alegria" (Train of Joy) that will bring happiness to everyone's doorstep. The train is described as carrying various items such as yo-yos, necklaces, headdresses, beads, tongs, and sambas - all the festive essentials needed for the upcoming Carnaval. The Train of Joy is promised to bring a cheaper laugh, a more comfortable cradle, an endless dream, and a colorful life. The chorus repeats the phrase "Dona Felicidade baterá em cada porta" (Madame Happiness will knock on every door), emphasizing the idea that happiness is within everyone's reach, regardless of their condition or circumstance.
The lyrics suggest a hopeful and optimistic view of life, inspired by the idea of Carnaval and its celebration of joy, spontaneity, and freedom. The Train of Joy can be seen as a metaphor for the power of music, dance, and community to unite people and uplift their spirits. The Mula Manca (Lame Mule) mentioned in the song may represent the obstacles or challenges that people face in their lives, but the chorus reaffirms that happiness is still possible despite them. The repetition of "promete-mete-mete-mete" and "dora-dora-dora" in the lyrics adds a playful and catchy rhythm to the song, resembling the joyful and rhythmic beats of Carnaval.
Line by Line Meaning
Alô, alô, alôô!
Hello, hello, hello! (Introducing the song)
Diretamente da Rádio Nacional,
Directly from Rádio Nacional, (Where the show is being broadcasted from)
Temos o prazer de apresentar:
We have the pleasure to present: (Introducing the song title)
"A Felicidade Bate à Sua Porta!"
"Happiness Knocks at Your Door!" (The name of the song being performed)
O Trem da Alegria saiu agora.
The Joy Train just left now. (The train filled with joy and happiness)
Partiu nesse instante
Departed at that moment (The train has just left)
Da Rádio Nacional,
From Rádio Nacional, (The train's station of origin)
A gare principal da Central.
The main station of Central. (The starting point of the train)
Carregado de ioiôs e colares, cocares,
Loaded with yo-yos and necklaces, headdresses, (The train is filled with Carnival accessories)
Miçangas e tangas e sambas para o nosso Carnaval.
Beads, thongs, and sambas for our Carnival. (The train carries all the essentials for a fun Carnival)
O Trem da Alegria promete-mete-mete-mete, garante
The Joy Train promises-promises-promises-promises, guarantees (The train promises a lot of joy and happiness)
Que o riso será mais barato, dora-dora-dora em diante
That laughter will be cheaper from now on, dora-dora-dora (The train promises that joy will come at a lower cost)
Que o berço será mais confortável,
That the cradle will be more comfortable, (The train promises a comfortable and enjoyable life)
Que o sonho será interminável,
That the dream will be endless, (The train promises that dreams will never die)
Que a vida será colorida, etc e tal.
That life will be colorful, etc., and so on. (The train promises a joyful and bright life)
Que a Dona Felicidade Baterá em cada porta,
That Lady Happiness will knock on every door, (The train promises that everyone will find happiness)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train suggests that nothing can stop happiness)
Se eu quero a Dona Felicidade
If I want Lady Happiness, (The train suggests that everyone can have happiness)
Baterá em cada porta
She will knock on every door. (Lady Happiness will find everyone)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train reaffirms that nothing can stop happiness)
Se querem a Dona Felicidade
If they want Lady Happiness, (The train suggests that everyone wants happiness)
Baterá em cada porta,
She will knock on every door, (Lady Happiness will find everyone)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train emphasizes that nothing can stop happiness)
Se querem.
If they want. (The train suggests that everyone can have happiness)
Pois o Trem da Alegria promete-mete-mete-mete,
Because the Joy Train promises-promises-promises-promises, (The train insists that it will bring joy and happiness)
Garante
Guarantees (The train guarantees that it will bring joy and happiness)
Que o riso será mais barato, dora-dora-dora em diante
That laughter will be cheaper from now on, dora-dora-dora. (The train promises that joy will come at a lower cost)
Que o berço será mais confortável,
That the cradle will be more comfortable, (The train promises a comfortable and enjoyable life)
Que o sonho será interminável,
That the dream will be endless, (The train promises that dreams will never die)
Que a vida será colorida, etc e tal.
That life will be colorful, etc., and so on. (The train promises a joyful and bright life)
Que a Dona Felicidade Baterá em cada porta,
That Lady Happiness will knock on every door, (The train promises that everyone will find happiness)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train reaffirms that nothing can stop happiness)
Se eu quero a Dona Felicidade
If I want Lady Happiness, (The train suggests that everyone can have happiness)
Baterá em cada porta
She will knock on every door. (Lady Happiness will find everyone)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train emphasizes that nothing can stop happiness)
Se querem a Dona Felicidade
If they want Lady Happiness, (The train suggests that everyone wants happiness)
Baterá em cada porta,
She will knock on every door, (Lady Happiness will find everyone)
E que importa a Mula Manca
And it doesn't matter if the limping mule, (The train emphasizes that nothing can stop happiness)
Se querem.
If they want. (The train suggests that everyone can have happiness)
A Dona Felicidade.
Lady Happiness. (The song ends with the phrase 'Lady Happiness', emphasizing the message of the song)
Writer(s): gonzaga jr.
Contributed by Amelia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.