Aquela Boca (feat. Matheus Vargas)
Marília Tavares
The Fleeting Nature of Love in 'Aquela Boca'
Marília Tavares' song 'Aquela Boca,' featuring Matheus Vargas, delves into the transient and often unreliable nature of modern love. The lyrics open with the protagonist receiving a message from someone expressing longing and affection. However, the protagonist feels compelled to reveal a harsh truth: they are not trustworthy in matters of love. This admission sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting a sense of emotional detachment and a preference for fleeting physical connections over deeper emotional bonds.
The protagonist describes themselves as a 'body that the street lent,' emphasizing their transient lifestyle and inability to commit. This metaphor paints a vivid picture of someone who is constantly on the move, both physically and emotionally, unable to settle down with one person. The lyrics suggest that even if they encounter someone exceptional, they are only capable of offering love for a few hours. This fleeting nature of their affection is further underscored by the repeated assertion that they belong to the streets, which continually call them back.
The chorus focuses on a particularly passionate encounter with someone whose kisses were almost devouring. Despite the intensity of this physical connection, the protagonist warns that they are not to be trusted. The repeated phrase 'não sabe o perigo que tá correndo' (doesn't know the danger they're in) serves as a cautionary note to anyone who might fall for them. The song concludes with the poignant line, 'Meu coração não cabe gente dentro' (My heart can't hold people inside), encapsulating the protagonist's emotional unavailability and reinforcing the theme of fleeting love.