Que parva que eu sou
Deolinda Lyrics

The first verse of Deolinda's song "Que parva que eu sou" sets the scene by introducing the singer as part of the “sem remuneração” generation. This refers to the young people in Portugal who have been left without job opportunities, forced to work in precarious conditions with little or no pay. The singer acknowledges this situation but also accepts it, saying that it does not bother her. However, as the next line suggests, this is probably because she doesn't know any better, and the phrase “Que parva que eu sou” is repeated several times throughout the song, highlighting the lack of initiative and self-awareness that characterizes this generation.

The second verse centers on the idea that the current economic climate is not favorable, and the singer mentions that she is lucky to have an internship, which is seen as a great opportunity in this context. Again, however, the singer seems to be resigned to the fact that things are the way they are and chooses to accept rather than challenge them. The phrase “Que parva que eu sou” is repeated once again, emphasizing the singer's lack of power and courage to take action.

The third verse describes the singer's personal situation, being part of the "casinha dos pais" generation, where young adults stay living with their parents for longer periods, often without having their own families or homes. Her lack of ambition manifests in this verse, as she says she has everything she needs and therefore does not see the point in wanting more. However, she also mentions that she still has to pay for her car, which could be seen as a symbol of her desire for independence or of her unwillingness to let go of material possessions. The phrase "Que parva que eu sou" is repeated again, this time with a tone of self-deprecation.

The final verse takes a more positive stance, with the singer acknowledging that although she is part of a generation that tends to complain but not take action, things are getting too hard to bear for her to do nothing. She shows a sense of urgency, saying “esta situação dura há tempo demais” (this situation has lasted too long), and thus breaking her pattern of acceptance. The last repetition of "Que parva que eu sou" in this verse takes on a more sarcastic tone, suggesting that the singer is now able to recognize her own foolishness, but also has a sense of irony about the whole situation.

Overall, the song conveys a sense of hopelessness that is typical of the "sem remuneração" generation in Portugal, where young people feel stranded and powerless in the face of a bleak economic outlook. Although the lyrics suggest a certain sense of resignation, the final verse provides a glimmer of hope, as the singer realizes that action is needed if anything is going to change.