Cerveja, Sal e Limão

Matheus e Kauan's song "Cerveja, Sal e Limão" delves into the depths of heartbreak and the struggle to move on from a painful breakup. The title itself, which translates to "Beer, Salt, and Lemon," sets the stage for a narrative steeped in the classic imagery of drowning one's sorrows in alcohol. The protagonist is caught in a cycle of drinking and listening to loud music, trying to numb the pain and forget the person they lost. The repetition of these actions highlights the desperation and the seemingly endless nature of their grief.

The lyrics poignantly capture the protagonist's sense of time slipping away, as they admit to losing track of time and neglecting responsibilities like work. This detachment from reality underscores the depth of their emotional turmoil. The line "Eu já perdi a noção do tempo" (I have already lost track of time) is particularly telling, as it conveys a sense of being stuck in a moment of pain that feels eternal. The protagonist's quest to find the right number of beer cans to erase their memories of the lost love is a metaphor for the futile search for solace in temporary fixes.

The song also touches on the social aspect of drinking, as the protagonist reveals that no bar in town will serve them anymore, preferring to take a financial loss rather than witness their self-destruction. This detail adds a layer of communal concern and highlights the extent of the protagonist's downward spiral. The repeated refrain of not knowing how many cans it will take to forget their ex emphasizes the hopelessness and the cyclical nature of their grief. "Cerveja, Sal e Limão" is a raw and relatable portrayal of heartbreak, capturing the universal struggle to heal and move on from a deep emotional wound.