Canção da multidão

“Canção da multidão” from the musical “A Bela e a Fera” (Beauty and the Beast) is a powerful and intense song that captures the raw emotions of fear, anger, and mob mentality. The song is a pivotal moment in the story, where Gaston incites the villagers to hunt down the Beast, whom they perceive as a monstrous threat. Gaston manipulates the crowd by playing on their fears, suggesting that the Beast will harm their children and terrorize their village. This fear-mongering leads to a collective hysteria, with the villagers rallying behind Gaston, ready to kill the Beast to protect their community.

The lyrics highlight the dangerous power of misinformation and prejudice. The villagers' fear is based on their ignorance and misunderstanding of the Beast, who is actually a kind and gentle character. Gaston’s rhetoric is filled with violent imagery, describing the Beast as a monstrous creature with sharp fangs and claws, further fueling the villagers' fear and anger. This portrayal of the Beast as a terrifying monster is a metaphor for how fear can distort reality and lead to irrational and destructive behavior.

Bela’s attempts to reason with the crowd and defend the Beast are drowned out by the mob’s fervor. Her pleas for understanding and compassion are ignored, showcasing the difficulty of combating deeply ingrained prejudices and the power of mob mentality. The song also touches on themes of bravery and loyalty, as the enchanted objects in the castle prepare to defend their home against the invading villagers. The climax of the song, with the villagers storming the castle, sets the stage for the final confrontation and underscores the tragic consequences of fear and misunderstanding.