Nu

Assucena's song 'Nu' is a poetic exploration of intimacy, vulnerability, and the transcendental nature of human connection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a deeply personal and almost mystical encounter between two individuals. The imagery of 'silhueta, sombra dum arcanjo' (silhouette, shadow of an archangel) and 'auréolas acesas sobre duas cabeças' (halos lit above two heads) suggests a divine or otherworldly experience, elevating the physical act to a spiritual plane. This blend of the ethereal and the corporeal sets the tone for the entire song.

The recurring motif of 'nu' (naked) symbolizes not just physical nudity but also emotional and spiritual bareness. The setting of a 'quarto à meia-luz' (room in half-light) creates an intimate and almost sacred space where the two characters can reveal their true selves without fear or judgment. The interplay of light and shadow in the room mirrors the complexities of their relationship, where moments of clarity and obscurity coexist. The lyrics 'ele ferro, eu imã' (he iron, I magnet) and 'colisão astral dum pecado sem pena, sem cruz' (astral collision of a sin without penalty, without cross) further emphasize the magnetic and fated nature of their connection.

The song also delves into the transformative power of this intimate encounter. Phrases like 'adentrou meus sentidos' (entered my senses) and 'penetrou meus ouvidos' (penetrated my ears) highlight the profound impact the other person has on the narrator. The 'fricção celestial' (celestial friction) and 'virou acorde, virou gemido' (became a chord, became a moan) suggest a union that transcends the physical, turning into a harmonious and almost musical experience. The final lines, 'dois pecadores, a sós, alados' (two sinners, alone, winged), encapsulate the duality of sin and redemption, making the room a space where both can coexist.