As with many musicians back in his younger days, he was first influenced by rock and roll; however, at the age of 20, his music took a more Northeastern Brazilian approach (forro, folk). Zé Ramalho's lyrics however, are very influenced by the socio-economic difficulties faced by the average Brazilian.
In 1975, he recorded his first album, Paêbirú along with Lula Côrtes through the label Rozenblit. Today the copies from this very rare vinyl are highly-priced in the international collector's market.
Dia dos Adultos
Zé Ramalho Lyrics
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Muito cuidado com a mão da esquerda
Há um coringa bem lá no meio
Uma cabeça no devaneio
E corre meio indeciso o povo
E vem de novo
Aquela velha e santa insegurança
Há numa criança definitiva esperança
Há numa criança definitiva grande esperança
In Zé Ramalho's song Dia dos Adultos, the lyrics "Muito cuidado com a força direita, muito cuidado com a mão da esquerda" can be interpreted as a warning against the dangers of extreme political ideologies. The "Coringa" referred to in the song may represent the unpredictable nature of human behavior, particularly in regards to political affiliations.
The line "Uma cabeça no devaneio" suggests a society that is not entirely focused or directed in a specific way, but rather drifting in a somewhat uncertain and directionless manner. The people are "corre meio indeciso" which can be interpreted as a hesitant approach to making decisive and difficult choices.
However, there is hope in the form of children, with the lyrics "Há numa criança definitiva esperança. Há numa criança definitiva grande esperança" implying that younger generations hold the key to a brighter future for society. Children are often viewed as untainted by the prejudices and biases that can influence adults, and as such, they represent the possibility of a more egalitarian and morally sound future.
Line by Line Meaning
Muito cuidado com a força direita
Be careful of the power of the right-leaning political ideologies
Muito cuidado com a mão da esquerda
Be careful of the power of the left-leaning political ideologies
Há um coringa bem lá no meio
There is a wild card present that can create unexpected outcomes
Uma cabeça no devaneio
People are lost in their thoughts and imaginings
E corre meio indeciso o povo
The population moves with indecision and uncertainty
E vem de novo
And once again
Aquela velha e santa insegurança
That old and holy insecurity
Há numa criança definitiva esperança
There is a definitive hope in the child
Há numa criança definitiva grande esperança
There is a great hope in the definitive child
Contributed by Ella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@idelvanadelinosilva4032
Essa música é Atemporal ... Grande Zé ! 👏👏👏
@shapiroavner
Quanto tinha uns 7 anos de idade escutava bastante este vinil. Tinha medo da risadinha da criança no início da música. Bons tempos de infância. Este é um dos melhores vinis da carreira deste brilhante e talentoso artista.
@fabioribeiro9030
Eu nao tou nem na esquerda, nem na direita, sou a carta Koringa no meio.
@josimarjefferson4957
❤❤❤
@tristaodesouza
Esquerda e direita não devem definir nada