Não Dá Certo

In 'Não Dá Certo,' Supercombo delves into the frustrations and disillusionments of modern life. The song's protagonist feels trapped in a monotonous routine, symbolized by the recurring image of a dream sinking into the bedsheets. This metaphor suggests a loss of ambition and the crushing weight of unfulfilled dreams. The desire to 'hit the boss' and live off 'incandescent light' reflects a yearning for freedom and a break from societal expectations, even if it means embracing uncertainty and instability.

The chorus, with its repeated plea of 'Fecho os olhos, torço pra dar certo' (I close my eyes, hope it works out), captures a sense of desperation and helplessness. The protagonist's feet are 'in blocks of concrete,' a powerful metaphor for feeling stuck and immobilized. The call for divine intervention—'If there's really someone up there, now would be the time to prove I can part the sea'—highlights a crisis of faith and a longing for a miraculous change. This plea underscores the internal conflict between hope and despair, as the protagonist grapples with the harsh realities of life.

The song also touches on a broader existential crisis. The lines 'Foi-se o tempo que eu achava que o mundo era meu amigo, agora, não passa de um vilão' (Gone are the days I thought the world was my friend, now it's just a villain) reflect a profound sense of betrayal and disillusionment. The world, once full of possibilities, now feels antagonistic and oppressive. This shift in perception underscores the theme of lost innocence and the harsh awakening to the complexities and challenges of adulthood. The song's closing line, 'Ah, quem dera se isso desse certo' (Oh, I wish this would work out), encapsulates the lingering hope amidst the overwhelming sense of defeat.