Brazil
Lloyd Cole Lyrics


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I hear they have the good drugs in Brazil
Maybe I'll take some
Maybe I'll feel better if I do
In Brazil

I hear they're pretty laissez-faire down there
But me I'm so uptight
Taken unaware - well, I just might
In Brazil

I hear they have the good drugs in Brazil
Maybe I'll take some




Maybe I'll feel better if I do
In Brazil

Overall Meaning

The song "Brazil" by Lloyd Cole talks about the allure and mystique of Brazil. The lyrics are simple, yet potent – Lloyd Cole talks about the drug culture in Brazil and how he might indulge in it to feel better. He points out that people in Brazil are very laid-back and relaxed, which is contrasting to how he is feeling. He seems to be a bit hesitant about taking the drugs, yet he cannot resist the temptation.


The song is also a reflection of the larger culture and history of Brazil. The country is known for its colorful culture, beautiful nature, and lively music, but it also has a dark side. Brazil is a country where people from all over the world come to party, to enjoy, and to forget. The song speaks to those feelings of escapism, of running away from real life into a place of beauty, danger, and risk.


Overall, the song is an evocative snapshot of the allure and danger of Brazil, compelling the listener to imagine the beauty and danger of the Brazilian landscape.


Line by Line Meaning

I hear they have the good drugs in Brazil
I've heard that Brazil is known for its high-quality drugs and it's tempting to try them


Maybe I'll take some
Perhaps I'll indulge in these drugs myself


Maybe I'll feel better if I do
I'm hoping that these drugs will improve my mood or provide a temporary escape from my problems


In Brazil
I'm specifically considering doing this in Brazil, where I've heard the drugs are particularly good


I hear they're pretty laissez-faire down there
I've also heard that Brazil is known for being lenient or relaxed about certain things


But me I'm so uptight
In contrast, I tend to be anxious or tense


Taken unaware - well, I just might
I'm not sure if I'll actually go through with trying the drugs, but if the opportunity arises, I might give it a shot




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