Tiro Ao Álvaro

Demônios da Garoa's song 'Tiro Ao Álvaro' is a poignant and vivid portrayal of the emotional impact of love. The lyrics, written in a colloquial and almost playful tone, use powerful metaphors to describe the intensity of the feelings experienced by the narrator. The repeated imagery of the heart being like a 'Táuba de tiro ao Álvaro' (a shooting target board) emphasizes the relentless and piercing nature of the beloved's gaze. This metaphor suggests that the narrator's heart has been so frequently struck by the arrows of love that it is now riddled with holes, leaving no space untouched.

The song further intensifies this imagery by comparing the beloved's gaze to various lethal forces. The lines 'Teu olhar mata mais / Que bala de carabina / Que veneno estricnina / Que peixeira de baiano' (Your gaze kills more / Than a carbine bullet / Than strychnine poison / Than a Baiano's knife) highlight the deadly power of the beloved's eyes. These comparisons to weapons and poisons underscore the idea that love can be as dangerous and destructive as physical harm, if not more so. The use of regional references, such as the 'peixeira de baiano,' adds a cultural layer to the song, grounding it in Brazilian context and making it relatable to its audience.

'Tiro Ao Álvaro' is a masterful blend of humor and melancholy, capturing the dual nature of love as both enchanting and painful. The playful tone of the lyrics, combined with the serious subject matter, creates a unique and memorable song that resonates with listeners. Demônios da Garoa, known for their samba style and witty lyrics, deliver this song with a charm that makes the emotional weight of the words even more impactful. The song is a testament to the power of love to both uplift and wound, leaving an indelible mark on the heart.