Como Dois Animais

Armandinho's song 'Como Dois Animais' delves into the raw and primal aspects of love, using vivid animal imagery to convey the intensity and instinctual nature of romantic relationships. The lyrics paint a picture of a passionate and almost feral connection between two lovers, likening them to wild animals. The repeated references to a 'moça bonita de olhar agatiado' (a beautiful girl with a cat-like gaze) and a 'onça pintada' (a jaguar) emphasize the untamed and fierce nature of their love, which leaves the protagonist's heart in pieces and his nerves shattered.

The song's chorus, 'Foi mistério e segredo e muito mais, foi divino brinquedo e muito mais, se amar como dois animais,' suggests that their love is not only mysterious and secretive but also divine and playful. This duality highlights the complexity of their relationship, where the sacred and the playful coexist, much like the unpredictable behavior of wild animals. The metaphor of 'se amar como dois animais' (loving like two animals) underscores the idea that their love is driven by instinct and raw emotion, free from societal constraints and expectations.

In the latter part of the song, the imagery becomes even more vivid with the description of a 'cão vagabundo' (stray dog) and a 'onça pintada' (jaguar) making love in the square. This scene captures the uninhibited and natural aspect of their relationship, where they are free to express their love openly and without shame. The mention of 'A volta dos cabarés' (the return of the cabarets) adds a nostalgic and perhaps rebellious tone, suggesting a longing for a time when love and passion were celebrated openly and without judgment. Armandinho's use of animal metaphors and vivid imagery creates a powerful and evocative portrayal of a love that is both wild and profound.