Caso Comum de Trânsito

Belchior's song 'Caso Comum de Trânsito' delves into the mundane yet profound experiences of everyday life. The lyrics begin by lamenting the lack of straightforward songs that speak clearly about daily occurrences. This sets the stage for a narrative that is both personal and universal, reflecting the unpredictability and constant change inherent in life. The artist criticizes the tendency to overcomplicate language and ideas, suggesting that life itself is a series of unexpected events that impact everyone, like stones falling from the sky.

The song then shifts to a more personal tone, recounting a conversation with Mestre Joaquim, who inquires about the singer's well-being. The response is a poignant mix of personal loss and common tragedy: a girlfriend who moved away and a best friend who was hit by a car. The repetition of 'caso comum de trânsito' (common traffic accident) underscores the banality and frequency of such incidents, highlighting how personal tragedies are often just another statistic in the grand scheme of things.

Belchior also touches on the theme of unfulfilled dreams and the search for happiness. He speaks of a place where young people can love and be happy, but laments that there is no way to reach this utopia. The mention of a poet who has disappeared adds a layer of mystery and loss, symbolizing the fading of idealism and the harsh realities of life. The song concludes with a tender yet somber note, as the singer seeks solace in a lover's embrace, aware that the morning may never come, symbolizing a perpetual state of longing and uncertainty.