Que Parva Que Eu Sou

Deolinda's song 'Que Parva Que Eu Sou' (translated as 'How Silly I Am') is a poignant critique of the socio-economic challenges faced by the younger generations in contemporary society. The song, performed by a Portuguese folk band known for their satirical and socially conscious lyrics, delves into the frustrations and resignations of what is often called the 'boomerang generation' - young adults who end up living with their parents due to economic constraints.

The lyrics express a sense of irony and self-deprecation as the narrator acknowledges her complacency in a system that demands high qualifications for low pay - 'Where to be a slave, you need to study.' This line, repeated throughout the song, underscores the absurdity of needing extensive education just to secure basic employment, often with little reward. The song's chorus serves as a contemplative echo that questions the rationality of such a societal structure.

Moreover, Deolinda uses the song to touch on personal sacrifices and postponed life milestones, such as marriage and children, due to economic instability. The repeated phrase 'Que parva que eu sou' (How silly I am) reflects the narrator's internal conflict between acceptance of her situation and the recognition of her own passive complicity in a flawed system. By the end, however, there is a shift in tone as the narrator asserts, 'E parva eu não sou!' (And I am not silly!), suggesting a rejection of this resignation and a call to acknowledge and challenge these societal norms.