Medida Certa

The song 'Medida Certa' by Iguinho e Lulinha is a playful and coy narrative about someone who is in denial about their feelings for another person. The lyrics start with a casual invitation, suggesting a get-together only if the other person is not busy, emphasizing a nonchalant attitude. The speaker quickly insists that there's no need to tell anyone about any supposed longing, claiming there's no truth to it and that they have nothing to do with each other.

However, as the song progresses, the lyrics reveal a different story. The speaker's belongings, such as their comb, mirror, car, and even their bedroom, are personified and seem to miss the other person's presence. This clever songwriting technique allows the speaker to express their true feelings indirectly, blaming inanimate objects for the longing they feel. The repeated denial 'Não sou eu' (It's not me) suggests a humorous attempt to distance themselves from the emotions that are clearly affecting them.

The chorus of the song brings everything together with the phrase 'Minha cama tem a medida certa pra nós dois' (My bed has the right size for the two of us), which is a metaphorical way of saying that they are a perfect fit for each other. The song uses humor and metaphor to explore the theme of love and the common human experience of denying one's feelings out of fear or pride. The playful tone of the song makes it relatable and endearing, as many people have found themselves in similar situations where they struggle to admit their true feelings.