Doido
Hora de Aventura
The Madness of Love and Memory in 'Doido'
The song 'Doido' by Hora de Aventura delves into the complex emotions of frustration, confusion, and affection. The lyrics open with a direct confrontation, describing someone as irritating and old-fashioned, yet there's an underlying desire to help despite not knowing how. This sets the stage for a relationship fraught with tension and misunderstanding, where the speaker initially perceives the other as 'crazy' but soon realizes they are 'very, very crazy,' indicating a deeper level of unpredictability and chaos.
As the song progresses, the narrative shifts to the speaker's own experiences of being pursued and surrounded by the other person, who uses flimsy excuses to stay close. This constant presence exacerbates the speaker's feelings of frustration, yet there's a moment of self-reflection where they admit to being happy to see the other person, suggesting a complicated mix of emotions. The mention of Marceline, a character from the animated series 'Adventure Time,' adds a layer of pop culture reference, hinting at themes of identity and transformation. The speaker's feeling of 'disappearing' and the struggle to remember what was said points to a deeper issue of memory and self-awareness.
The song's climax reveals a poignant confession: the speaker is kept alive by magic, which also drives them mad. This duality of magic as both a life-sustaining and maddening force mirrors the duality in their relationship. The plea for forgiveness for actions taken in moments of forgetfulness underscores the theme of uncontrollable behavior and the impact it has on relationships. The repetitive 'tha ra' at the end of the song adds a haunting, almost hypnotic quality, emphasizing the cyclical nature of their struggles and emotions.