Academia
Meleta
From Bars to Barbells: A Humorous Gym Journey
The song "Academia" by Meleta humorously narrates the transition of the protagonist from frequenting bars to embracing the gym culture. The lyrics are filled with playful and cheeky metaphors, reflecting a light-hearted take on gym life and the social interactions that come with it. The protagonist describes leaving behind the bar scene for the gym, where he encounters "tchutchuquinhas," a colloquial term for attractive women, highlighting the social aspect of gym culture.
The narrative takes a comedic turn when the protagonist attempts to impress a "tchutchuquinha" by lifting more weight than he can handle, leading to a humorous mishap that requires medical attention. This incident, however, results in a positive outcome as the woman helps him and offers him eggs, a nod to the common gym practice of consuming eggs for protein. The song continues with the protagonist's attempts to align his gym schedule with the woman's, showcasing a blend of romantic pursuit and gym dedication.
Throughout the song, Meleta uses food metaphors, such as eggs and "rabada" (a traditional Brazilian oxtail stew), to add humor and cultural flavor. The playful language and innuendos create a vivid picture of the protagonist's gym experiences, culminating in a humorous twist where he offers a "picolé de limão" (lemon popsicle) to his personal trainer, Pedrin, when the "tchutchuquinha" is absent. This playful exchange underscores the song's theme of social interactions and the sometimes absurd lengths people go to in pursuit of companionship and fitness.