Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the world of Brazilian Portuguese with "Discreto" by Kayblack and Wall Hein. This compelling rap track offers an authentic glimpse into contemporary Brazilian culture and language. By exploring its rich lyrics, you can learn common expressions, understand cultural values like discretion and ambition, and grasp the rhythmic nuances of spoken Portuguese. Its relatable themes and engaging flow make it a perfect song for immersing yourself in the language and appreciating its unique sonic qualities.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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progresso /pɾoˈɡɾɛ.su/ B1 |
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paz /pas/ A1 |
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dinheiro /dʒiˈɲej.ɾu/ A1 |
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fama /ˈfa.mɐ/ B1 |
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redes /ˈɾe.dʒis/ A2 |
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discreto /dʒisˈkɾɛ.tu/ B2 |
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meta /ˈmɛ.tɐ/ B1 |
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silêncio /siˈlẽ.sju/ A2 |
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planos /ˈpla.nus/ A2 |
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investimentos /ĩ.veʃ.tiˈmẽ.tus/ B2 |
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momento /moˈmẽ.tu/ A2 |
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entretenimento /ẽ.tɾe.te.niˈmẽ.tu/ B1 |
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tímida /ˈti.mi.dɐ/ B1 |
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louca /ˈlow.kɐ/ A2 |
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jeito /ˈʒej.tu/ A1 |
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comando /koˈmɐ̃.du/ B1 |
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inveja /ĩˈve.ʒɐ/ B1 |
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matar /maˈtaɾ/ A2 |
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divulgando /di.vulˈɡɐ̃.du/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Do meu progresso eu falo pouco, sempre corro atrás
➔ Prepositional phrase + Verb + Subject: Inversion for Emphasis
➔ The typical order is 'Eu falo pouco do meu progresso'. Placing 'Do meu progresso' at the beginning emphasizes what he's not talking much about. This is a form of inversion used for stylistic effect.
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Ainda sei que vai ter uns pra vir testar minha paz
➔ Future Subjunctive (indirectly implied) in a subordinate clause with 'que'.
➔ The 'vai ter' suggests a future event, and the 'pra vir' implicitly carries a subjunctive sense (those who might come). While not explicitly using the subjunctive conjugation, the expectation/possibility introduces a subjunctive-like meaning within this future context. This indicates some level of uncertainty about whether they *will* come to test his peace.
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Muito discreto, um come quieto, ela prefere nós que
➔ Relative Clause with 'que' + Ellipsis (omission of verb)
➔ The phrase 'ela prefere nós que...' is incomplete. The implied verb is likely 'somos' (are) or 'fazemos' (do/make). So, it means 'she prefers us who are...' or 'she prefers us who do/make...'. The ellipsis adds to the informal and suggestive tone.
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Dobra a meta, entra na meca, mete marcha e sai acelerando
➔ Imperative verbs in a sequence with gerund (sai acelerando)
➔ The verbs 'Dobra', 'entra', 'mete' are all in the imperative, giving instructions. 'Sai acelerando' uses 'sair' (to leave) in the imperative followed by the gerund 'acelerando', indicating a continuous action of leaving while accelerating.
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Segue em silêncio não explana nenhum dos seus planos
➔ Negative Imperative (não explana) with pronouns
➔ 'Segue' is an affirmative imperative (follow). 'Não explana' is the negative imperative (don't explain). It commands not to reveal any of your plans.
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Que eu to no comando
➔ Informal Contraction ('to' instead of 'estou')
➔ 'Eu estou' (I am) is contracted to 'eu to' in informal speech. This is common in Brazilian Portuguese.
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