Vontade de Morder – Bilingual Lyrics Portuguese/English

• By: Simone & Simaria, Zé Felipe

Lyrics & Translation

Discover the infectious rhythm and passionate lyrics of "Vontade de Morder" by Simone & Simaria featuring Zé Felipe. This song, with its blend of piseiro and reggaeton, captures the thrilling tension of undeniable attraction, making it a fun and relatable track for anyone who's experienced that strong urge to get closer.

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
sofre /so.fɾe/ A2	verb - to suffer
dinheiro /dʒi.njˈɾe.ɾu/ A2	noun - money
beber /beˈbeʁ/ A2	verb - to drink
envolver /ẽ.võˈveʁ/ B1	verb - to involve
fazer /faˈzeʁ/ A2	verb - to do, to make
rolê /ʁoˈlɛ/ B1	noun (informal) - hangout, outing
beija /ˈbejʒa/ A2	verb - to kiss
vagabundo /vaɡaˈbũdu/ B2	adjective - wandering, vagrant
carinha /kaˈʁiɲa/ B1	noun - little face, little guy
vale /ˈva.li/ A2	verb - to be worth, to be valid
dá /da/ A2	verb - to give
vontade /võˈtadʒi/ B1	noun - desire, will
levar /leˈvaɾ/ B2	verb - to carry, to take

Key Grammar Structures

• Só sofre de amor / Quem não tem dinheiro pra beber

  ➔ Relative Clause with 'Quem'

  ➔ The word "Quem" acts as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'he/she who'. It introduces a relative clause that modifies the noun it refers to. Here, "Quem não tem dinheiro para beber" modifies the subject of the main clause, implying 'Only those who don't have money to drink suffer from love'.

• Tem cara de quem vai me fazer sofrer

  ➔ Future Subjunctive after 'Cara de Quem'

  ➔ This uses the phrase "cara de quem" (face of someone who) followed by a verb in the future subjunctive. The future subjunctive is used to express uncertainty or a possibility in the future related to the characteristic someone has. Although rare in modern spoken Portuguese, it adds a nuance of doubt or expectation.

• Mas pensa num rolê que beija bem e faz gostoso

  ➔ Ellipsis/Omission of Verb 'é'

  ➔ The sentence is colloquially structured. The verb 'é' (is) is omitted for brevity. It should be “Mas pensa num rolê *que é*…”. This is common in informal speech.

• Não que eu me apeguei, mas já tô querendo de novo

  ➔ Subjunctive Mood after 'Não que'

  ➔ The phrase "Não que" (not that) introduces a clause that expresses doubt, negation or denial, and it typically requires the subjunctive mood. Here, "me apeguei" is in the subjunctive mood, showing that the speaker is downplaying the possibility of being attached.

• Ai, papai, me apaixonei

  ➔ Exclamatory Phrase + Preterite Tense

  ➔ "Ai, papai" is an exclamation expressing surprise, delight or realization. The verb "apaixonei" is in the Preterite (Perfect) tense, indicating a completed action in the past (fell in love).

• Esse teu beijo vagabundo

  ➔ Possessive Pronoun 'teu' with Informal Connotation

  ➔ "Teu" is a possessive pronoun equivalent to "seu" (your), but it is more informal and intimate. It indicates possession or belonging related to the person being addressed. Its use here adds a touch of familiarity and playfulness.

• Coloca o capacete, que lá vem pedrada

  ➔ Imperative Mood + Relative Clause with 'que'

  ➔ "Coloca" is the imperative form of the verb "colocar" (to put). The phrase "que lá vem pedrada" is a relative clause introduced by "que" (that/which), describing the reason or consequence of putting on the helmet. The phrase indicates that something intense or impactful is coming.