Dengo (Remix) (part. Maria Maud)

João Gomes' song "Dengo (Remix) (feat. Maria Maud)" is a heartfelt plea for love and affection, wrapped in the rhythms of Brazilian music. The lyrics revolve around a protagonist who is deeply in love and yearning for the reciprocation of their feelings. The repeated lines, "Quando cê vai perceber que eu lutei pra te ter e te quero ao meu lado?" (When will you realize that I fought to have you and want you by my side?), emphasize the effort and emotional investment the protagonist has put into this relationship.

The song also touches on themes of reputation and personal transformation. The protagonist acknowledges their past reputation, saying, "Eu sei que a minha fama não é boa e o povo me chama de beijo safado" (I know my reputation isn't good, and people call me a naughty kisser). Despite this, they express a desire to leave behind their former lifestyle of partying and casual flings, as indicated by the lines, "Mas eu não quero mais essa vida de farra" (But I don't want this life of partying anymore). This shift signifies a deep, genuine longing for a more meaningful and committed relationship.

The chorus, with its repeated plea for "dengo" (a Brazilian Portuguese term for affection or tenderness), underscores the protagonist's need for emotional closeness and intimacy. The lines "Tô nem aí pra rolê, só tô querendo você" (I don't care about going out, I just want you) further highlight their singular focus on the person they love. This song beautifully captures the universal human experience of longing for love and the willingness to change for the better to achieve it.