Embeiçados

The song 'Embeiçados' by Clã is a heartfelt exploration of love that transcends physical imperfections and personality quirks. The lyrics paint vivid pictures of two individuals who, despite their apparent flaws, find themselves deeply in love with each other. The song opens with descriptions of physical imperfections—'boca torta, nariz grande, cabelo mal cortado' (crooked mouth, big nose, badly cut hair) for the woman, and 'espinhas, sardas, pontos negros' (pimples, freckles, blackheads) for the man. These details highlight the raw, unfiltered reality of human appearance, yet they are followed by the powerful declaration of love: 'mas eu estou apaixonado' (but I am in love).

As the song progresses, it delves into personality traits that might be considered undesirable. The woman is described as 'ciumenta, rabugenta, embirrenta e tagarela' (jealous, grumpy, stubborn, and talkative), while the man is 'faz cenas gagas, altas fitas' (makes silly scenes, high dramas). Despite these characteristics, the chorus reveals a profound truth about love: 'Diz-se que o amor é cego, deforma tudo a seu jeito, mas eu acho que o amor descobre o lado melhor do que parece defeito' (It is said that love is blind, distorts everything in its own way, but I think love discovers the better side of what seems like a flaw). This line encapsulates the essence of the song, suggesting that love has the power to transform perceived defects into endearing qualities.

The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that love is not about finding someone perfect but about embracing and cherishing someone despite their imperfections. The final lines, 'Porque eu gosto, gosto dele / E ela gosta, gosta de gostar de mim!' (Because I like, like him / And she likes, likes to like me!), celebrate mutual affection and acceptance. Clã's 'Embeiçados' is a beautiful reminder that true love sees beyond the surface, finding beauty in the imperfect and the flawed.