A Mulher Do Diabo

The song "A Mulher Do Diabo" (The Devil's Woman) by Velhas Virgens is a humorous and satirical take on the idea of the Devil being henpecked by his demanding wife. The Brazilian rock band Velhas Virgens is known for their irreverent and often humorous lyrics, and this song is a prime example of their style. The lyrics depict the Devil's wife as a controlling figure who wants to change his bad-boy image, making him quit his vices and dress up to meet her standards of respectability.

The song uses the character of the Devil as a metaphor for rebellion and nonconformity. The Devil's wife's attempts to domesticate him represent societal pressures to conform to certain standards of behavior and appearance. The repeated line "Eu só não sei até quando o diabo vai agüentar" (I just don't know how long the devil is going to put up with it) suggests a tension between one's true nature and the expectations imposed by others. The humorous twist comes when the Devil eventually tires of his wife's demands and returns to his old ways, affirming the idea that one's essential nature cannot be changed by external forces.

The song's chorus, which repeatedly calls the Devil "o cão" (the dog), plays on the double meaning of the word, which can also mean 'the devil' in Portuguese, adding a layer of irony to the song. The narrative arc of the song, from domestication to liberation, serves as a commentary on personal freedom and the futility of trying to change someone's inherent character. The final lines, "O mundo não pára de girar / E até o diabo pode recomeçar" (The world doesn't stop spinning / And even the devil can start over), encapsulate the theme of resilience and the possibility of reinvention.