Lyrics & Translation
Explore Rita Lee's iconic 1997 song "Obrigado Não." This track is a masterclass in Brazilian rock, offering a unique blend of social critique and individualistic expression. Through its catchy melody and thought-provoking lyrics, "Obrigado Não" invites listeners to engage with themes of personal choice and societal norms, making it a special piece for understanding Rita Lee's artistic vision and a gateway to exploring the vibrant landscape of Brazilian music.
Key Vocabulary
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proibido /proˈibidu/ B2 |
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contravenção /kõtʁavẽˈsɐ̃w/ C1 |
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legalize /leʒaliˈzaɾ/ B2 |
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crime /kɾiˈmi/ A2 |
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recrimine /ʁekʁiˈmĩnʲi/ C1 |
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educação /eduˈkɐsɐ̃w/ A2 |
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gravidez /gɾaviˈdejs/ B1 |
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aborto /aˈbɔɾtu/ B1 |
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morrer /moˈʁeʁ/ A2 |
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conceição /kõseˈsɐ̃w/ C1 |
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joio /ˈʒoju/ C2 |
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trigo /ˈtɾi.ɡu/ A2 |
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maquiavel /ma.ki.aˈvɛw/ C2 |
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casamento /kɐzaˈmẽtu/ B1 |
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controle /kõˈtɾɔli/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Legalize o que não é crime
➔ Use of the subjunctive mood with "que" to express a wish or recommendation.
➔ The phrase "não é" (is not) is present tense, but in this context, "Legalize" is a command or suggestion, implying the use of the subjunctive mood after "que".
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Quem quer nascer no mar morto?
➔ Use of the interrogative pronoun "quem" (who) to ask a question.
➔ "Quem" translates as "who" and is used to ask about people or subjects.
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Obrigado, não
➔ Use of the phrase "obrigado, não" to politely refuse or decline.
➔ This phrase combines politeness ("obrigado") with a refusal ("não"), often used to decline invitations or requests.
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Diga não às drogas
➔ Imperative form of the verb "dizer" (to say) used to give a command or advice.
➔ The imperative "Diga" (say) commands or encourages asserting a statement.
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Obrigado, não
➔ Polite refusal phrase combining gratitude with negation.
➔ Repeating "Obrigado, não" emphasizes polite refusal in the song's context.
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