Não Vou Me Adaptar

Titãs' song 'Não Vou Me Adaptar' delves into the existential struggle of resisting societal pressures and the passage of time. The lyrics reflect a deep sense of alienation and disconnection from one's past self and the world around them. The opening lines, 'Eu não caibo mais nas roupas que eu cabia / Eu não encho mais a casa de alegria,' poignantly capture the feeling of outgrowing one's former life and the joy that once filled it. This sense of change is further emphasized by the passage of time, as the singer laments how 'Os anos se passaram enquanto eu dormia,' indicating a loss of time and missed opportunities while being metaphorically asleep or unaware.

The recurring question, 'Será que eu falei o que ninguém ouvia? / Será que eu escutei o que ninguém dizia?' highlights a profound sense of miscommunication and isolation. It suggests that the singer feels unheard and disconnected from others, questioning whether their words and thoughts ever truly resonated with anyone. This theme of isolation is compounded by the realization that 'quem eu queria bem me esquecia,' indicating that those they cared about have moved on or forgotten them.

The chorus, 'Eu não vou me adaptar,' serves as a powerful declaration of resistance against conformity. The repetition of this line underscores the singer's determination to remain true to themselves despite the pressures to change. The imagery of looking in the mirror and not recognizing oneself, 'No espelho essa cara não é minha,' symbolizes the internal conflict and the struggle to maintain one's identity in the face of external changes. The song ultimately captures the universal human experience of grappling with change, identity, and the desire to remain authentic in a world that often demands conformity.