Brasil Mulato
Martinho Da Vila Lyrics

The lyrics of Martinho Da Vila's song Brasil Mulato encourage racial integration in Brazil through the promotion of interracial relationships and a celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture, particularly the samba. The lyrics urge people of different races to come together in solidarity and break down the barriers of racial discrimination. The song sends a message of hope, envisioning a future where all people are united, and the country is a diverse and harmonious melting pot of cultures.

In the first verse, Pretinha (a term of endearment for a black woman) is advised to seek out a white man, while Branquinha (a term of endearment for a white woman) is advised to date a black man. The idea is that through these relationships, racial barriers can be broken down, and the country can achieve complete integration. The second part of the verse encourages Neguinho (a term of endearment for a black man) to go to school, love the land, forget about war, and embrace the samba.

The chorus expresses the hope that Brazil will become a country of strong mulatto people with sound minds and unwavering determination. The second verse continues the call for racial integration, envisioning a future where everyone, regardless of race, can participate in cultural activities like samba and help each other out without prejudice. The song ends with a call to abandon practices like witchcraft (macumba) and embrace prayer as a way to change one's mindset and achieve racial harmony.