The debut album, Skank (1993), was successful around the underground circuit. The second album, "Calango", came out in 1994 . “É Proibido Fumar”, “Te Ver”, “Pacato Cidadão”, “Jackie Teckila” and “Esmola” were the biggest hits.
In 1996, “Garota Nacional”, the single of "O Samba Poconé" gave Skank international success. The band travelled around the world, performing in Latin America, United States and Europe. In 1998, FIFA included “É uma partida de futebol” in the official World Cup soundtrack album.
From 1998 to 2004, Skank recorded 5 more albums: Siderado (1998), Maquinarama (2000), MTV ao Vivo em Ouro Preto (2001), Cosmotron (2003) and Radiola (2004). As of 2004, they have sold yet approximately 5,000,000 copies.
The last album Carrossel (2006) has less sound effects than the other albums, improving the harmony between vocals and guitar. “Uma canção é pra isso” and “Mil acasos” quiclky became radio hits and video clips.
Band members: Samuel Rosa (vocal and guitar), Henrique Portugal (keyboard), Lelo Zanetti (bass), Haroldo Ferreti (drums).
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Skank Lyrics
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Que você não é capaz
De cruzar estas esquinas
O mundo oscila
Realmente, eu sei
Na beirada dos teus olhos
Diabo é quando não há mais poesia
O chão não está mais fixo do que seu olhar
Hoje pra ninguém
Mas veja só
Não torne este peso maior
Sem razão
Você tem todo tempo
E mais um segundo pra se convencer
Você, rapaz
Na verdade é um a mais
Percorrendo o mesmo círculo
O mundo oscila
Realmente, eu sei
Feito fogo nos teus olhos
Pode acreditar
Diabo é quando a lágrima não cai
O chão não está mais fixo em nenhum lugar
Hoje pra ninguém
In Skank's song Um Segundo, the lyrics urge the listener to not give up, and to believe in themselves. The singer acknowledges that the world can be unsteady, and that it can be easy to feel powerless in the face of this uncertainty. But he encourages the listener not to let this uncertainty become an overwhelming burden. He reminds the listener that they have the strength and the time to accomplish what they want, and that giving up would be a rejection of the beauty of living.
The lyrics also speak about the interconnectedness of human existence, and how everyone is essentially going through the same thing, experiencing the same struggles and uncertainties. The singer conveys that it is only by recognizing and connecting to this greater human experience that one can truly understand and appreciate the beauty of life.
Overall, the lyrics of Um Segundo are about the power of perseverance, self-belief, and connection, and how these elements can help us navigate the sometimes-confusing terrain of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Não pense mais
Stop doubting yourself
Que você não é capaz
You have the ability to succeed
De cruzar estas esquinas
To navigate the corners and challenges of life
O mundo oscila
The world is constantly changing
Realmente, eu sei
It's true, trust me
Na beirada dos teus olhos
Referring to how one's perspective can shape their reality
Pode acreditar
Believe me
Diabo é quando não há mais poesia
Things are tough when there is no beauty left in the world
O chão não está mais fixo do que seu olhar
The ground beneath you is as unstable as your own perception
Hoje pra ninguém
It's not a good day for anyone
Mas veja só
But listen closely
Não torne este peso maior
Don't let this burden become heavier
Sem razão
Without justification
Você tem todo tempo
You have all the time in the world
E mais um segundo pra se convencer
And even an extra second to convince yourself
Você, rapaz
And you, young man
Na verdade é um a mais
In truth, you're just one among many
Percorrendo o mesmo círculo
Navigating the same cycle of life
Feito fogo nos teus olhos
With the same passion in your eyes
Diabo é quando a lágrima não cai
The real struggle is when someone can't even cry anymore
O chão não está mais fixo em nenhum lugar
The ground is constantly shifting
Hoje pra ninguém
Today is a tough day for everyone
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SAMUEL ROSA DE ALVARENGA, FRANCISCO EDUARDO FA AMARAL
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