Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: samba
Song Meaning of “Compadre Ciúme” by Jorginho do Império
Compadre Ciúme is a Brazilian samba song performed by Jorginho do Império. The song tells the story of a man who’s jealous of a friend because the friend has been able to find true love. The man wishes that he could feel the same happiness but is scared that he will never find it. The song paints a vivid picture of heartbreak and longing for something he may never have.
The chorus states, “Compadre ciúme, com fortuna é voce que ganhou o amor/E a maior dor de min e bonita e frágil, e nada pode savir”. This translates to “Oh my jealous friend, you’ve won the love of fortune/And the biggest pain for me is fragile and beautiful, and nothing can save it”. This paints a vivid image of the man’s pain and despair as he realizes that he will never be able to experience the same kind of unconditional love that his friend has.
The lyrics of Compadre Ciúme express the universal feeling of being lonely and longing for someone to share your life with. The song encourages the listener to accept the fact that we all will experience moments of loneliness, and to appreciate the beauty of life and those around us.