Cortina de Fumaça (part. Rodrigo Cartier e Nissin)

The song "Cortina de Fumaça" by Froid, featuring Rodrigo Cartier and Nissin, is a powerful exploration of personal liberation and the societal constraints that hinder individual growth. The recurring metaphor of the "cortina de fumaça" (smoke screen) represents the illusions and barriers that prevent people from realizing their full potential. This smoke screen cuts their wings, symbolizing the limitations imposed by external forces such as societal expectations, media influence, and economic pressures.

Froid's verses delve into the struggle of navigating through life's challenges and the importance of maintaining one's dreams despite false promises and societal pressures. He criticizes the commercial nature of television and the blindness caused by materialism, emphasizing that true freedom comes from within and cannot be bought. His call to abandon conventional paths and embrace art and personal passions is a rallying cry for self-expression and authenticity.

Nissin's contribution adds a layer of introspection and resilience. He speaks of the internal battles and the need to transcend anger and frustration through self-awareness and spiritual growth. His lines about the divine justice and the blindness of the law highlight the moral complexities and the quest for true justice in a flawed system. The imagery of the fog and the sun symbolizes the clarity that comes after confusion, reinforcing the theme of breaking through the smoke to find one's path.

Rodrigo Cartier's chorus ties the song together, urging listeners to open their smoke screens and break free from the constraints that hold them back. The song's message is clear: to achieve true freedom and fulfillment, one must challenge the illusions and barriers imposed by society and embrace their unique path.