Rima rica/Frase feita

Nei Lisboa's song 'Rima rica/Frase feita' delves into the complexities of human emotions, particularly focusing on themes of solitude, regret, and existential despair. The song opens with an apology, 'Desculpe, meu bem, Se ontem te fiz chorar,' setting a tone of remorse and acknowledgment of past mistakes. This apology is not just a personal one but also reflects a broader understanding of life's inherent difficulties and the limited expectations one can have from it. The artist thanks his partner for their emotional and physical contributions, even as he hopes for healing from his own 'estupidez' or foolishness.

The lyrics then transition into a more introspective and existential reflection. Nei Lisboa describes himself as being 'Perdido no escuro, dentro de mim,' highlighting a profound sense of inner darkness and isolation. This feeling of being lost is juxtaposed with the mundane and gritty aspects of life, such as 'cruzando o barro' and 'comendo pó,' which symbolize the daily struggles and the inevitability of life's end. Despite this bleak outlook, the artist finds a peculiar strength in the shared solitude of the stars and the small, often overlooked aspects of life, like a 'cigarro amassado' or a 'rua deserta.'

The song also paints a vivid picture of the external world, filled with 'bares, festas,' and 'mentes infestas de podres horrores.' These lines suggest a world teeming with superficial pleasures and hidden horrors, contributing to the artist's sense of disillusionment. Yet, amidst this chaos, there are moments of raw, almost primal connection, as seen in 'uma noite sentindo tua carne crua.' The song concludes with a reflection on the absurdity and decay of the world, described as a 'louco mundo putrefato' and a 'grande peça de teatro,' emphasizing the theatrical and often grotesque nature of human existence.