She made an impact across Europe with her album Bossa Muffin. As the title suggests, for the album she drew on the traditions of the samba and the bossa nova and the melodies of the forro from northeastern Brazil, but she and her red-hot band worked in ragga and hip-hop to create a stylish yet mischievous mix.
Billy Django
Flavia Coelho Lyrics
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E dá na cara de quem quiser bater
Nos inocentes
Mamãe lhe deu experiência
Cresceu na rua um novo Oeste
Puxada dele é o ferro
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django
Irmãos na causa, irmãos na luta iô-iô
Índio na mata, tendo que correr
Planeta terra tá no tic-tac
E no país da terra fértil
Nós precisamos de um pacificador
Que fale alto chame
Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django
Ele vai te parar, ele vai te parar (Django)
Ele vai te parar, ele vai te parar (Django)
Chama Billy, Billy, chama Billy, Billy (Django)
Chama Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy
Billy Django, Billy
Tanta discordia, pouca conversa
O ambiente pesado demais
Fazem demais, fazem de tudo para nos dividir
Um SOS, sinais de fogo, um candeiro
Que queime sem parar
Onde há fumaça, há fogo
Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django, Billy Django (Django)
Billy Django
Ele vai te parar, ele vai te parar (Django)
Ele vai te parar, ele vai te parar (Django)
Chama Billy, Billy, chama Billy, Billy (Django)
Chama Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy (Django)
Django
Chama Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy
Billy Django, Billy Django
The lyrics of Flavia Coelho's song "Billy Django" paint a vivid picture of a character who is depicted as someone with a lack of patience and a willingness to stand up to anyone who tries to harm the innocent. The lines "Ele é assim sem paciência, E dá na cara de quem quiser bater, Nos inocentes" suggest that Billy Django is a force to be reckoned with, someone who is unafraid to confront adversity and defend those who cannot defend themselves. This portrayal of Billy Django as a protector of the vulnerable sets the tone for the rest of the song.
The reference to Billy Django's upbringing and experience provided by his mother adds depth to his character, suggesting that he has learned valuable lessons from his environment and has a strong sense of justice. The mention of growing up in a "novo Oeste" or new West further emphasizes the idea of Billy Django as a modern-day cowboy figure, navigating the challenges of the world with a sense of grit and determination. The repetition of his name throughout the lyrics serves to reinforce his presence and significance, almost like a rallying cry for those who need his protection.
The lyrics then introduce the idea of unity and collaboration with lines like "Irmãos na causa, irmãos na luta iô-iô, Índio na mata, tendo que correr," highlighting the interconnectedness of different struggles and the need for solidarity in facing challenges. The mention of the ticking planet and the call for a peacemaker underscores the urgency of the situation and the desire for someone like Billy Django to step in and bring about harmony. This section of the song conveys a sense of urgency and a plea for intervention in the face of discord and division.
As the song progresses, the lyrics delve deeper into the themes of conflict and division, with references to smoke and fire symbolizing turmoil and unrest. The repeated call for Billy Django to intervene and bring about resolution suggests a longing for someone with the power to quell the chaos and restore order. The mention of "Tanta discordia, pouca conversa, O ambiente pesado demais" paints a bleak picture of a world plagued by strife and underscores the need for a peacemaker like Billy Django to step in and bring about change. Overall, the lyrics of "Billy Django" speak to themes of protection, unity, and the quest for harmony in the face of turmoil and conflict.
Line by Line Meaning
Ele é assim sem paciência
He is impatient
E dá na cara de quem quiser bater
And hits anyone who wants to fight
Nos inocentes
In the innocent
Mamãe lhe deu experiência
Mother gave him experience
Cresceu na rua um novo Oeste
Grew up in the street, a new West
Puxada dele é o ferro
The iron is pulled by him
Irmãos na causa, irmãos na luta iô-iô
Brothers in the cause, brothers in the fight, yo-yo
Índio na mata, tendo que correr
Indian in the forest, having to run
Planeta terra tá no tic-tac
Planet Earth is ticking
E no país da terra fértil
And in the country of fertile land
Nós precisamos de um pacificador
We need a peacemaker
Que fale alto chame
Who speaks loud and calls
Tanta discordia, pouca conversa
So much discord, little conversation
O ambiente pesado demais
The environment is too heavy
Fazem demais, fazem de tudo para nos dividir
They do too much, do everything to divide us
Um SOS, sinais de fogo, um candeiro
A distress call, signs of fire, a beacon
Que queime sem parar
That burns non-stop
Onde há fumaça, há fogo
Where there's smoke, there's fire
Writer(s): Flavia Coelho, Victor Vagh-weinmann
Contributed by Elizabeth S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.