História do rei

The song 'História do rei' by Canções Escoteiras tells a whimsical and humorous story about a king who decides to throw a grand party. The narrative begins with the king setting a peculiar rule: no one should stand too close to what lies ahead. This sets the stage for a series of amusing events, all underscored by the recurring chorus, 'Minuet, Minuet, Legusta la dance, Legusta la dance la danca minuet.' The chorus, with its playful and repetitive nature, adds a light-hearted and festive atmosphere to the song.

As the party progresses, the court jester, noticing the lackluster mood, serves the king a large goblet of wine. The king, feeling a bit tipsy, then declares that everyone should place their hands on the waist of the person in front of them. This command is followed by the chorus once again, emphasizing the growing sense of fun and camaraderie among the guests. The jester's actions and the king's increasingly silly commands highlight the playful and carefree spirit of the gathering.

The story continues with the jester serving the king more wine, leading to even more absurd instructions. The king, now quite drunk, tells the guests to place their hands on the waist of the person in front of the person in front of them. This escalating series of commands and the repeated chorus create a sense of escalating chaos and hilarity. The song concludes with the inevitable outcome: everyone eventually loses their balance and falls, bringing the party to a comical end. Through its playful lyrics and catchy chorus, 'História do rei' captures the essence of a joyful and carefree celebration, where the rules are bent for the sake of fun and laughter.