Flores (feat. Titãs)

Marisa Monte's song 'Flores,' featuring Titãs, is a poignant exploration of the interplay between pain and beauty, using flowers as a central metaphor. The lyrics open with a sense of exhaustion and self-reflection, as the narrator gazes into the mirror until they are weary. This act of looking at oneself symbolizes a deep introspection, leading to tears over the destruction of the flowers in the garden. The flowers here represent something pure and beautiful that has been damaged, mirroring the narrator's inner turmoil and regret.

The imagery of 'cut wrists and pulses' and 'the rest of my whole body' introduces a stark contrast between the beauty of flowers and the pain of self-harm. This juxtaposition is further emphasized by the recurring motif of flowers covering the roof and being everywhere the narrator looks. The omnipresence of flowers suggests that beauty and pain coexist in every aspect of life. The line 'the serum tastes like tears' and 'the flowers smell like death' reinforce this duality, indicating that even in healing, there is a lingering sadness, and in beauty, there is an underlying sense of mortality.

The refrain 'plastic flowers don't die' serves as a powerful metaphor for artificiality and resilience. Unlike real flowers, which are subject to decay and death, plastic flowers remain unchanged. This could be interpreted as a commentary on the superficial aspects of life that remain untouched by the deeper, more painful experiences. The song suggests that while real beauty is fleeting and intertwined with pain, artificial beauty is static and lifeless. Through this, Marisa Monte and Titãs invite listeners to reflect on the nature of suffering, healing, and the enduring presence of both beauty and pain in our lives.