Olhos de Serpente

In 'Olhos de Serpente,' Amaury Moreira crafts a vivid and enigmatic portrayal of a captivating yet dangerous figure. The song's title, which translates to 'Serpent Eyes,' immediately sets the tone for a narrative steeped in allure and peril. The lyrics describe a character whose beauty and charm are as mesmerizing as they are treacherous. The imagery of 'raios quando luas' (rays when moons) and 'vestindo a ninfa mais lua' (dressing the nymph most moon) evokes a mystical and almost otherworldly presence, suggesting that this figure is both enchanting and elusive.

The metaphor of 'garras de carcará, corpo de fruta madura, olhos de serpente' (talons of a caracara, body of ripe fruit, serpent eyes) paints a picture of a being that is both predatory and irresistible. This duality is central to the song's theme, as the character embodies both the ultimate temptation and the ultimate danger. The repeated line 'és o mal que me faz bem' (you are the evil that does me good) encapsulates this paradox, highlighting the singer's internal conflict and fascination with this perilous allure.

The song delves into themes of desire, temptation, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. The phrase 'és todo o mal na semente, que desejo... Que desejo em mim brotar' (you are all the evil in the seed, that I desire... That I desire to sprout within me) suggests a longing for something inherently dangerous, yet irresistibly appealing. This internal struggle is further emphasized by the lines 'se estou errado ou certo, sabe sou eu mais ninguém' (if I am wrong or right, only I know), indicating a personal journey through the complexities of desire and morality. In 'Olhos de Serpente,' Moreira masterfully explores the seductive power of temptation and the human tendency to be drawn to what is forbidden.