Amor proibido
Gustavo Moura e Rafael
The Torment of Forbidden Love
In the song 'Amor proibido' by Gustavo Moura e Rafael, the lyrics delve into the emotional turmoil of a love that is deemed forbidden. The protagonist is caught in a web of longing and frustration, yearning for a moment to express his feelings to the object of his affection. The opening lines reveal a deep-seated desire to move beyond the confines of friendship, as he dreams of her kisses and struggles with the pain of being just a friend.
The song captures the essence of a love that is fraught with complications and risks. The protagonist is torn between confessing his love, which could put the beloved in jeopardy, and remaining silent, which drives him to the brink of madness. This internal conflict is a powerful depiction of the agony that comes with unspoken love and the fear of societal repercussions.
As the song progresses, the protagonist's desperation reaches a climax. He expresses a fervent need to meet his beloved, to look into her eyes, and to declare his love openly. Despite acknowledging the complexity and the forbidden nature of their relationship, he vows to love her passionately and eternally, even if it means being wrong. The final lines of the song illustrate his resolve to make their love known to the world, symbolically 'pichando' (graffitiing) their names across the city, a rebellious act of defiance against the constraints that seek to keep them apart.