Verão em Calcutá

Nei Lisboa's song 'Verão em Calcutá' is a rich tapestry of nostalgia, cultural critique, and a longing for simpler times. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world in transition, where the old ways are being replaced by new trends and technologies. The opening lines, 'A vaca foi pro brejo e atolou / Na esteira desse new old rock ‘n’ roll,' suggest a sense of being stuck or lost in the wake of modern changes. The imagery of a 'velha limusine da canção' turning into a 'lambreta de segunda mão' symbolizes the decline of traditional music and culture, replaced by something less grand and more utilitarian.

The song also delves into themes of disillusionment and the passage of time. The reference to 'rescaldos de uma mágoa à lá Vandré' evokes the sorrow and disillusionment of past generations, particularly those who lived through political turmoil. The line 'O tempo não tem dó de quem disfarça / A farsa das ribaltas' underscores the relentless march of time and the futility of trying to maintain old facades. This is further emphasized by the mention of 'novos reis do iê-iê-iê,' indicating the rise of new cultural icons who overshadow the old.

Amidst this backdrop of change and nostalgia, the chorus offers a glimmer of hope and escapism. 'Come on, baby, maybe, vamos passar / Um bom verão em Calcutá' suggests a desire to escape to a simpler, more idyllic place. Calcutta, in this context, serves as a metaphor for a utopian escape from the complexities and disappointments of modern life. The repeated invitation to 'casar por lá' adds a romantic element, suggesting that love and companionship can offer solace in times of change.