Mentiras

Adriana Calcanhotto's song 'Mentiras' (which translates to 'Lies' in English) is a poignant exploration of longing and desperation in the face of a relationship that has gone awry. The lyrics convey a deep sense of frustration and a willingness to go to great lengths to recapture the attention of a loved one. The narrator speaks of wanting to break things, deceive the devil, and wake up the family of the person they are yearning for, indicating a state of emotional turmoil and the extremes one might consider when feeling ignored or abandoned.

The repeated chorus, 'Que é pra ver se você volta, Que é pra ver se você vem, Que é pra ver se você olha, Pra mim,' which means 'It's to see if you come back, It's to see if you come, It's to see if you look, At me,' serves as a desperate plea for acknowledgment. The actions described in the song, such as writing on walls, violating tastes, and spilling joy on the other's plans, are metaphorical gestures to disrupt the other person's life in hopes of being noticed. The song captures the essence of wanting to be seen and the lengths to which someone might go to make that happen.

Adriana Calcanhotto is known for her poetic lyrics and melodic tunes, often delving into themes of love, loss, and Brazilian culture. 'Mentiras' is a testament to her ability to articulate complex emotions through music, and it resonates with anyone who has experienced the pain of unrequited love or the struggle to be seen by someone they care about deeply.