Empadinha de Camarão

Rogério Skylab's song 'Empadinha de Camarão' is a surreal and provocative exploration of pleasure, nostalgia, and existential reflection. Skylab, known for his avant-garde and often controversial style, uses the seemingly mundane subject of shrimp empanadas to delve into deeper themes. The song opens with an exclamation of joy at the sight of many empanadas, highlighting their ability to bring happiness. However, the shrimp empanada is singled out as the 'queen,' suggesting a special significance or superior pleasure associated with it.

The lyrics take a turn towards the sensual and the bizarre as Skylab compares the shrimp empanada to a 'bucetinha,' a crude term for female genitalia. This metaphor is jarring and intentionally provocative, blending culinary delight with sexual imagery. It reflects Skylab's tendency to shock and challenge societal norms through his art. The empanada, described as 'desmanchando na boca' (melting in the mouth) and 'penetrando macia' (penetrating softly), evokes a sensory experience that transcends mere taste, hinting at deeper, more intimate pleasures.

As the song progresses, it shifts from the physical to the metaphysical. Skylab reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the inevitability of change. The lines 'Nada fica, tudo passa' (Nothing stays, everything passes) and 'No fundo falso dessa canção' (In the false bottom of this song) suggest a sense of impermanence and the hidden depths of meaning beneath the surface. The final verses juxtapose the joy of the empanadas with the darkness of existential contemplation, creating a poignant contrast between the simple pleasures of life and the profound mysteries of existence.