Cara d'Anjo Mau

Jorge Palma's song 'Cara d'Anjo Mau' paints a vivid picture of a captivating yet dangerous figure. The lyrics describe a person whose physical attributes and demeanor are both alluring and perilous. The eyes are compared to gunpowder, and the hair to a fuse, suggesting a volatile and explosive nature. The way this person walks is described as a surefire way to attract trouble, and their silhouette is deemed a mystery of creation. The repeated phrase 'cara de anjo mau' (face of an evil angel) encapsulates the paradox of someone who appears angelic but brings chaos and destruction.

The song delves into the emotional turmoil caused by this 'evil angel.' The narrator is clearly mesmerized and destabilized by this person, as indicated by lines like 'Basta um olhar teu e o chão começa a ceder' (Just one look from you and the ground begins to give way). The allure is so strong that the narrator feels compelled to go to great lengths, even considering abandoning their country and making significant personal sacrifices. This highlights the powerful, almost hypnotic influence this person has over the narrator.

'Cultural and emotional layers are woven throughout the song, reflecting themes of desire, danger, and the human tendency to be drawn to what is harmful. The 'evil angel' serves as a metaphor for those irresistible yet destructive forces in life that we often find ourselves inexplicably drawn to. Jorge Palma's poetic lyrics and evocative imagery make 'Cara d'Anjo Mau' a compelling exploration of the duality of attraction and the peril that often accompanies it.