Tanto
Aline Frazão
The Illusion of Abundance in Aline Frazão's 'Tanto'
Aline Frazão's song 'Tanto' delves into the paradoxes and illusions of modern life, where abundance often masks underlying deficiencies. The lyrics are rich with contrasts, highlighting how the presence of 'so much' can create a deceptive sense of security and fulfillment. For instance, the lines 'É tanta luz aqui que até parece claridade' and 'É tanto amigo aqui que até parece que é verdade' suggest that the sheer volume of light and friends gives an impression of clarity and genuine relationships, even if these are not necessarily true. This theme of illusion continues with 'É tanta regra aqui que até parece um jogo justo,' where the multitude of rules makes it seem like a fair game, though it may not be.
The chorus, 'Tanto, tanto / Na embriaguez de encanto / É tanto