Plantas Embaixo Do Aquário Lyrics in English by Legião Urbana
Desempate literally translates to "tie-breaker" or "decider". It's an interesting word because it implies a situation where things are stuck and a decisive action is needed to move forward.
In the context of the song, the lyric "Aceite o desafio e provoque um desempate" (Accept the challenge and provoke a tie-breaker) suggests taking action to resolve a stalemate or an ongoing conflict, urging the listener to break free from inertia and make a change.
Legião Urbana's "Plantas Embaixo Do Aquário" is a powerful call to action, urging us to step back from conflict and embrace common sense. The lyrics challenge us to "Aceite o desafio / E provoque um desempate" [Accept the challenge / And force a tie-breaker], pushing us to disarm traps and see through disguises. It's all about avoiding unnecessary battles, repeating the plea, "Não deixe a guerra começar" [Don't let the war begin] over and over.
The song acknowledges a feeling of constant dissatisfaction and distrust, saying, "Você vive insatisfeito / E não confia em ninguém / E não acredita em nada" [You live dissatisfied / And you don't trust anyone / And you don't believe in anything]. But even when faced with weariness and a lack of will, the message remains clear: make good sense your new guiding principle. It's a reminder that we often know what's right, and it's up to us to choose peace.
