Favela
Discurso de Pobre Lyrics
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Quer ver uma favela, passe aqui pelo Brasil
As ruas são becos e alguns são sem saída.
Então tome cuidado com a bala perdida.
Somos comuns.
Não olhe pro lado, não argumeta
Somos comuns.
Porque somos da favela.
O povo é bem humilde e de bom coração.
Sempre a procura de um prato de feijão
Todo favelado é tirado como ladrão
Mas igual Paulo Maluf não tem não.
The lyrics of "Favela" by Discurso de Pobre shed light on the reality of living in a favela, which is a Brazilian term for a low-income, informal settlement. The song highlights the common struggle faced by those living in these marginalized communities and encourages empathy and understanding from society.
The first verse starts by emphasizing the prevalence of favelas in a hostile country like Brazil. It invites the listener to experience a favela firsthand, suggesting that witnessing the reality of these neighborhoods will bring about a deeper understanding. The streets are described as narrow and sometimes dead ends, emphasizing the limited resources and opportunities available within the favela. The line "Então tome cuidado com a bala perdida" (So be careful with the stray bullet) serves as a warning of the dangers faced by residents in these areas due to violence and crime.
The chorus emphasizes the shared identity and humanity of the favela dwellers. The repetition of "Somos comuns" (We are ordinary) suggests that the people of the favela should not be stigmatized or judged. The lyrics advocate for looking beyond stereotypes and not treating them with disgust or stress, as they are just like everyone else. The final line, "Porque somos da favela" (Because we are from the favela), asserts a sense of pride and belonging, emphasizing that these individuals are part of a community with its own unique struggles and resilience.
Overall, "Favela" delivers a powerful message about the harsh realities faced by those living in these marginalized communities, reminding listeners to approach the topic with empathy, understanding, and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
Moradia predominante nesse país hostil.
The prevalent living conditions in this hostile country.
Quer ver uma favela, passe aqui pelo Brasil
If you want to see a favela, come visit Brazil.
As ruas são becos e alguns são sem saída.
The streets are alleyways, and some of them have no way out.
Então tome cuidado com a bala perdida.
So be careful with the stray bullet.
Somos comuns.
We are ordinary.
Não olhe pro lado, não argumeta
Don't look to the side, don't argue.
Somos comuns.
We are ordinary.
Não olhe com nojo e nem estressa.
Don't look at us with disgust or stress.
Porque somos da favela.
Because we are from the favela.
O povo é bem humilde e de bom coração.
The people are humble and kind-hearted.
Sempre a procura de um prato de feijão
Always in search of a plate of beans.
Todo favelado é tirado como ladrão
Every favelado is treated like a thief.
Mas igual Paulo Maluf não tem não.
But we are not like Paulo Maluf.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carlos Alberto Da Silva Claudino, Jorge Luis Da Conceicao, Marco Antonio Da Silva Conceicao, Vanderlei Querino Geraldo, Jose Alex De Freitas Duarte D Silva
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