Advogado Honesto

The song 'Advogado Honesto' by Tião Carreiro e Pardinho tells a poignant story of justice, morality, and personal redemption. The narrative revolves around a diligent and competent lawyer who is approached by a desperate woman seeking help for her husband, who killed a thief in self-defense. The woman, with her children in tow, interrupts the lawyer's busy office, pleading for his assistance. Her husband, she explains, acted out of necessity to protect himself from an assailant.

The lawyer, moved by her plea, decides to investigate the case further. He visits the morgue to confirm the death of the thief, only to discover that the deceased is his own son. This revelation is a turning point in the song, highlighting the tragic irony and the lawyer's personal conflict. Despite his son's privileged upbringing, he lacked the fundamental value of honesty, which led him down a path of crime. The lawyer's grief is palpable as he realizes the harsh truth about his son's life and death.

Determined to uphold justice, the lawyer returns to the police station and vows to defend the woman's husband. He acknowledges the man's honorable actions and contrasts them with his son's dishonesty. The lawyer's commitment to defending an innocent man, despite his personal loss, underscores his integrity and dedication to justice. The song concludes with the lawyer's resolve to win the case, emphasizing that his worth as a lawyer and a person is tied to his ability to uphold the principles of justice and honor.