Ziriguidum 2001

Wander Pires' song 'Ziriguidum 2001' is a vibrant and imaginative exploration of the future through the lens of samba, a genre deeply rooted in Brazilian culture. The lyrics express a desire to be a pioneer, to plant roots, and to carry the essence of samba into the future. This is evident in the lines 'Quero ser a pioneira / A erguer minha bandeira / E plantar minha raiz,' which translate to 'I want to be the pioneer / To raise my flag / And plant my roots.' The song envisions a journey through time and space, bringing the spirit of samba to new frontiers.

The chorus, 'Desse mundo louco, de tudo um pouco / Eu vou levar pra 2001... / Avançar no tempo e nas estrelas / Fazer meu ziriguidum,' speaks to the idea of taking a bit of everything from this 'crazy world' into the future, specifically the year 2001, and making it dance to the rhythm of ziriguidum, a term that evokes the lively, syncopated beats of samba. This metaphorical journey is not just about physical travel but also about cultural and artistic expansion, suggesting that samba has the power to transcend time and space.

The imagery of traveling to the moon and the sun, 'Vou à lua, vou ao sol / Vai a nave ao som do samba,' further emphasizes the limitless possibilities of this journey. The song envisions a universe where even the stars and celestial bodies are influenced by the joyous rhythms of samba, 'Vou fazer todo o universo sambar / Até os astros irradiam mais fulgor.' This celebration of life and music culminates in a cosmic carnival, where the entire universe vibrates with the energy of samba, 'Vibra o universo, é carnaval.' Through these vivid metaphors, Wander Pires captures the essence of samba as a timeless and boundless force of joy and cultural expression.