Pelejei

Marina Sena's song 'Pelejei' delves into the internal battle of self-restraint and the difficulty of breaking free from a compelling yet potentially harmful situation. The repeated phrase 'Pelejei, matutei, fui atrás' translates to 'I struggled, I thought, I went after,' indicating a persistent effort to escape a certain predicament. Despite these efforts, the singer admits to failing and becoming even more entangled, as expressed in 'Mas falhei, me joguei até demais, tô tão distante desse.' This line reveals a sense of defeat and distance from the desired outcome.

The chorus, 'Cadê você? Vi você me curtir, me chamando pra amar, me parece que é bom,' introduces a figure who seems to offer love and enjoyment, making it even harder for the singer to break away. The repeated attempts to flee and stop, 'Eu já tentei fugir, eu já tentei parar, mas não dá pra sair,' highlight the addictive nature of the situation. The struggle is not just physical but deeply emotional, as the singer grapples with the allure of the relationship or habit that keeps pulling them back.

A poignant element in the song is the reference to the singer's mother, 'Parecia que não via o que a minha mãe dizia.' This suggests that the singer is aware of the advice and warnings given by their mother but feels unable to heed them. This adds a layer of familial concern and wisdom that contrasts with the singer's actions, emphasizing the internal conflict between knowing what is right and being unable to act on it. Marina Sena's 'Pelejei' captures the essence of human vulnerability and the often overwhelming challenge of self-control.