Tipo Hollywood (feat. MC Cothie e DJ Chadin do C)

The song "Tipo Hollywood" by MC WS da Leste, featuring MC Cothie and DJ Chadin do C, is a Brazilian funk track that blends the iconic English lyrics of the Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" with Portuguese verses that depict a gritty, hedonistic lifestyle. The song opens with the familiar lines from "Sweet Dreams," which speak to the universal pursuit of desires and the various ways people seek fulfillment, often through manipulation or being manipulated. This sets the stage for a narrative that explores themes of desire, power dynamics, and the pursuit of pleasure.

MC WS da Leste's verses paint a picture of a life that is seemingly glamorous, likening it to Hollywood, but is filled with darker undertones. The lyrics mention driving by in a car ('nave') while carrying a gun ('fuzil'), and engaging in sexual encounters in alleys. The repeated phrase 'toma, toma, toma' can be interpreted as an aggressive command or an invitation to indulge, reinforcing the song's focus on excess and control. The mention of drugs ('skunk'), alcohol ('Buchanan'), and the desire to spend money on lavish experiences ('quer ir pra Dubai') further illustrates a lifestyle of excess that is often glorified in media as 'Hollywood.'

Despite the allure of this lifestyle, the song also hints at the emptiness that can accompany such pursuits. The repeated use of 'Hollywood' as a metaphor suggests a façade of glamour that may not lead to true happiness. The song's blend of English and Portuguese lyrics, along with its catchy beat, creates a contrast between the dream of a Hollywood life and the reality of the streets, questioning whether the pursuit of pleasure and material wealth is as fulfilling as it seems.