Rock do Sertão

Mastruz Com Leite's song 'Rock do Sertão' is a vibrant and playful fusion of traditional Brazilian forró music with the energetic spirit of rock and roll. The repeated exclamations of 'Oxe! Oxe! Oxente!' set a lively and enthusiastic tone, reflecting the excitement and novelty of blending these two distinct musical styles. The song's lyrics describe a scenario where traditional elements of the sertão (Brazilian hinterlands) are modernized and infused with rock culture, creating a unique and engaging musical experience.

The song humorously imagines a forró band incorporating rock elements, such as a distorted accordion, a zabumba (a type of drum) with a strong beat, and a triangle with a pedal. This blend of instruments symbolizes the merging of old and new, rural and urban, traditional and contemporary. The imagery of 'matutos' (country folks) wearing jeans and t-shirts, riding scooters instead of donkeys, and chewing gum instead of smoking, further emphasizes this cultural fusion. The playful nature of the lyrics highlights the adaptability and creativity of Brazilian culture, capable of embracing and transforming external influences.

The song also captures the lively atmosphere of a dance hall, where people dance traditional Brazilian dances like xaxado, xote, and baião, but with a rock twist. The vivid description of dancers 'moving their feet as if putting out a cigarette' and 'swinging their wrists as if lassoing cattle' adds a humorous and relatable touch. This imagery not only entertains but also celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the sertão, showing how it can evolve and remain relevant in a modern context.