Insano

RAPHAEL's song 'Insano' is a vibrant and chaotic celebration of madness, passion, and the liberating power of imagination. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where everyone is 'louco' (crazy) and driven by an intense, almost uncontrollable passion. This passion is particularly tied to the 'x-9,' a term that can be interpreted as a reference to a samba school or a cultural phenomenon that captivates the Zona Norte (North Zone) of a city, likely Rio de Janeiro. The song suggests that this madness is not something to be cured but embraced, as it brings a sense of delirium and joy.

The imagery of tearing off the fantasy and dreaming on the ground reflects a desire to break free from societal norms and expectations. By becoming 'mais um insano' (another madman), the narrator finds freedom in the chaos and creativity of carnival. This is a place where wisdom is paradoxically found in the 'chama do mal' (flame of evil), and goodness is reborn from the ashes of carnival. The song celebrates the topsy-turvy nature of carnival, where even the court is turned upside down, and the king revels in the madness.

The lyrics also delve into the artistic and historical aspects of this madness. The 'gênios da obra imortal' (geniuses of the immortal work) and 'malucos de um mundo ideal' (madmen of an ideal world) suggest that true creativity and genius often come from a place of madness. The song references the creation of a palace from rock, secrets revealed from trash to luxury, and the hand that once made bombs now clamoring for freedom. These lines highlight the transformative power of imagination and creativity, turning chaos into beauty and destruction into liberation. The song concludes with a nod to the cultural DNA of the narrator, rooted in the iconic carnival parades of Sapucaí and Anhembi, symbolizing a deep connection to this tradition of joyous madness.