Cansaço

In 'Cansaço,' Roupa Nova delves into the profound and often overwhelming feeling of exhaustion that permeates both the body and mind. The song opens with a declaration of this infinite weariness, a sentiment that has taken hold of the narrator in such a way that it becomes difficult to define. The lyrics suggest that this fatigue is not merely physical but also a deep-seated mental and emotional state, hinting at a broader sense of incapacity and disillusionment with life's demands.

As the song progresses, the narrator reflects on the struggle to find new spaces and opportunities, only to be met with persistent fatigue. This weariness is described as both physical and mental, leading to a state of despondency where nothing in the world seems capable of pulling the narrator out of this malaise. The lyrics poignantly capture the sense of being trapped within oneself, unable to move beyond the confines of this 'blessed weariness.'

In a bid to escape this feeling, the narrator ventures out into the city, only to be confronted by the harsh realities of urban life. The violence and chaos of the city extinguish the hope that the narrator had brought back from a previous journey, leaving them feeling empty and devoid of inspiration. However, the song ends on a note of tentative optimism, with the narrator expressing a desire for happiness to embrace them strongly. There is a glimmer of hope that a new feeling, distinct from this pervasive exhaustion, will eventually emerge.