Dá preferência literally translates to "Give preference". It's a direct and commanding phrase that's the heart of this fun, flirtatious song.
Instead of a more subtle approach, the singer gets straight to the point, telling the girl: "Se for beijar na boca hoje... Dá preferência pra mim" (If you're going to kiss someone today... give preference to me). It's a perfect example of the playful confidence in Brazilian Sertanejo music, essentially meaning "Choose me first!"
Picture a lively rooftop barbecue, guitars strumming and the scent of grilled meat in the air. Thiago Brava, backed by Gusttavo Lima, spots someone intriguing and walks over with polite confidence. He introduces himself, promises not to disturb her evening, and casually points out that first impressions matter. Then comes his playful request: “If you end up kissing anyone tonight, choose me first!”
The irresistible hook “Dá preferência pra mim” (“Give preference to me”) turns the track into a light-hearted flirting anthem. Amid jokes about garlic bread and friends still on the way, the song celebrates charming self-assurance, good manners, and the easygoing energy of a Brazilian churrasco. It reminds listeners that a little humor and respect can make romance feel as fun as the party itself.
Thiago Brava, born Thiago de Morais Ramos on June 14, 1986, in Goiânia, Brazil, is a Brazilian singer and songwriter working in the sertanejo style. He took up music as a teenager and broke through in 2017 with the massive hit "Dona Maria," becoming one of the country's most popular sertanejo performers. "Dá Preferência Pra Mim" is a lively, flirtatious party song and the opening track of his "Churrascada do Brava" project, which mixes barbecue, friends, and music. It features Gusttavo Lima, one of the biggest names in Brazilian sertanejo, who trades verses with Thiago over the song's playful backyard-party vibe.