Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: samba
Song Meaning of “Fui bandido” by Quinteto em Branco e Preto
Fui Bandido is a classic Brazilian song written by Sérgio Carvalho and sung by the Quinteto em Branco e Preto. The song tells a tale of a man who was once a bandit, roaming the wild west in pursuit of adventure and treasure. Over time, he realizes that the life of a bandit is filled with danger and loneliness, and eventually decides to follow a more peaceful path.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the dramatic change in the narrator’s life, as he goes from a dangerous, roguish figure to a peaceful, contented man. Lines such as “Já tive meu baralho fechado, já tive nessa vida aventura” (“I used to have my cards close to my heart, I had adventure in this life”) highlight the excitement and thrill the narrator once felt during his life of crime, while “Mas, hoje encontrei outro amor, outro sossego na minha vida” (“But now I’ve found a new love, a new peace in my life”) reflect his newfound happiness.
The song has become an iconic anthem in Brazil, as it celebrates the power of transformation and encourages listeners to strive for peace, in both the present and the future. The breathtaking vocals combined with the romantic guitar riffs create an atmosphere of nostalgia, while still managing to carry an inspiring message.