Bugio da serra

Os Mirins' song 'Bugio da serra' is a heartfelt ode to returning to one's roots and the simple pleasures of rural life. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who longs to leave the hustle and bustle of city life and return to their homeland, where they can reconnect with their cultural heritage and the natural world. The repeated refrain, 'Eu vou embora pra minha terra, Eu vou agora subir a serra,' emphasizes the protagonist's strong desire to go back to their homeland and find happiness in the familiar routines of rural life.

The song is rich with imagery of traditional rural activities and attire. The protagonist speaks of preparing their 'velha bombacha,' 'botas,' 'lenço,' and 'chapéu de barbicacho,' which are traditional garments and accessories in the gaucho culture of southern Brazil. This preparation symbolizes a return to one's identity and cultural roots. The lyrics also describe various rural activities such as riding a horse early in the morning, herding cattle, milking cows, making cheese, and practicing lassoing. These activities are not just chores but are depicted as fulfilling and soul-nourishing experiences that the protagonist has missed dearly.

The song also touches on the emotional and sensory experiences of rural life. The protagonist yearns to fill their soul with the 'sereno e de ar puro' (dew and fresh air) and to see the fields they haven't seen in a long time. The act of lighting a fire in the woods to roast pine nuts and drinking to the point of joy and emotion ('tomar um porre de alegria e emoção') highlights the deep emotional connection and the sense of liberation and happiness that comes from returning to one's roots. 'Bugio da serra' is a celebration of cultural heritage, the beauty of rural life, and the profound joy of reconnecting with one's origins.