Necrológio Dos Desiludidos do Amor

Carlos Drummond de Andrade's poem, 'Necrológio Dos Desiludidos do Amor,' is a poignant exploration of the despair and ultimate demise of those disillusioned by love. The poem opens with a stark image of individuals taking their own lives, driven by the agony of unfulfilled love. The sound of gunshots reverberates, and the reactions of the 'amadas' (loved ones) are disturbingly detached, almost voyeuristic, as they revel in the drama. This sets a grim tone, highlighting the tragic consequences of emotional devastation.

The poem delves deeper into the aftermath, where the disillusioned lovers leave behind explanatory letters, ensuring their actions are understood and felt by those who caused their pain. The clinical detachment of the medical autopsies contrasts sharply with the intense emotions that led to these deaths. Drummond uses visceral imagery, describing 'great hearts,' 'immense viscera,' and 'sentimental guts,' to emphasize the depth of feeling these individuals possessed. The mention of a 'stomach full of poetry' suggests that these were sensitive souls, perhaps artists or dreamers, whose inner turmoil was too great to bear.

As the poem progresses, it shifts to the burial of these disillusioned souls. The description of their bodies being 'competently boxed' and categorized by the class of their passions adds a layer of societal critique. The final lines are particularly haunting, as the 'amadas' dance a violent samba over the graves, indifferent to the loss. This stark imagery underscores the futility and transient nature of their sacrifices. Drummond's work is a powerful commentary on the destructive potential of love and the often callous nature of those who remain unaffected by its tragedies.