Forró da Tribo

Virgílio's song 'Forró da Tribo' is a vibrant celebration of life, love, and dance, encapsulated in the lively rhythms of forró, a traditional Brazilian music genre. The lyrics open with a series of questions, 'O que é que houve? O que é que há? O que é que se deu Forró? Que bicho te mordeu?' which can be translated to 'What happened? What's going on? What happened to Forró? What bit you?' These questions set a playful and curious tone, suggesting a disruption or a change in the usual flow of things, possibly hinting at life's unexpected challenges or the stresses of daily life.

The chorus invites listeners to 'dar um xote no forró da tribo,' or 'dance a xote in the tribe's forró,' encouraging them to leave behind their worries and immerse themselves in the joy of dance. The mention of 'saia do castigo, não quer trabalhar' ('leave the punishment, don't want to work') and 'nosso dia de amante não está perdido' ('our lover's day is not lost') suggests a desire to escape the mundane and reconnect with passion and joy. This reflects a common theme in forró music, where dance and music serve as an escape and a means to celebrate life despite its hardships.

The song further emphasizes the importance of love and connection with lines like 'largue essa farda, venha amar mais eu' ('drop that uniform, come love me more') and 'caia no meu colo, vem, que o colo é teu' ('fall into my lap, come, my lap is yours'). These lines evoke a sense of intimacy and comfort, urging the listener to let go of their burdens and embrace the warmth and support of a loved one. The repeated invitation to 'gaste o chão comigo' ('wear out the floor with me') reinforces the idea of dancing through life's troubles, finding solace and joy in movement and togetherness.