La Na Terra do Contrário

Padre Zezinho's song 'La Na Terra do Contrário' takes listeners on a whimsical journey to a fantastical land where everything is turned upside down. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a place where dogs meow, canaries bark, and cats say 'au au.' This playful inversion of reality invites listeners to imagine a world that defies the norms and expectations of everyday life. The song's repetitive chorus, asking where this land is located, emphasizes the elusive and surreal nature of this imaginary place.

In this topsy-turvy world, the sun hides in the morning, the moon dies in the afternoon, and sidewalks become streets. These inversions challenge our perceptions and encourage us to think outside the box. The song's playful tone and imaginative scenarios, such as square wheels making travel easier and children being giants with elephant-like ears, create a sense of wonder and curiosity. The idea that disobedient children are punished by having their ears put in 'time-out' by a teacher adds a humorous twist to the narrative.

The song also touches on the theme of innocence and childhood imagination. The mention of ice cream cellars, pudding roofs, and chocolate locks evokes a sense of childlike wonder and delight. Padre Zezinho's lyrics suggest that this fantastical land is accessible to those who can embrace their inner child and approach life with a sense of curiosity and open-mindedness. The final verse, which speaks of the singer visiting this land as a child, reinforces the idea that the 'terra do contrário' is a place of imagination and creativity, accessible to those who dare to dream and see the world through a different lens.