Banzo

Cicero's song 'Banzo' is a poetic exploration of life's journey, filled with metaphors and introspective reflections. The lyrics open with the idea that the road ahead is long and that one must lose to gain, suggesting that understanding and growth often come from hardship and loss. The phrase 'entender é o escombro' (understanding is the rubble) implies that true comprehension arises from the debris of our experiences, hinting at the transformative power of adversity.

The song continues with a sense of waiting for time to reveal the reasons to keep going, while simultaneously taming guilt and meditating on life's struggles. This reflects a deep inner conflict and a quest for peace. The line 'Sem o meu lugar, quando eu voltei, não estava lá' (Without my place, when I returned, it wasn't there) speaks to a feeling of displacement and the search for belonging. Cicero expresses a determination to find peace in the future, moving forward slowly and deliberately, suggesting a journey of self-discovery and acceptance.

In the latter part of the song, Cicero recounts an encounter with an old man who extends his hand, a figure who seems to exist only in his mind. This surreal interaction, where the man speaks of having the vision of being an airplane in monotony, symbolizes the desire to rise above the mundane and find meaning. The imagery of walking lightly and life happening without a firm grasp ('Chão também é ar' - the ground is also air) conveys a sense of fluidity and impermanence. The song concludes with a reflection on forgetting past pains and identities, emphasizing the continuous evolution of the self and the importance of the present moment.