A morte saiu à rua num dia assim
Naquele lugar sem nome para qualquer fim
Uma gota rubra sobre a calcada cai
E um rio de sangue de um peito aberto sai
O vento que da nas canas do canavial
E a foice duma ceifeira de Portugal
E o som da bigorna como um clarim do céu
Vao dizendo em toda a parte o Pintor morreu
Teu sangue, Pintor, reclama outra morte igual
Só olho por olho e dente por dente vale
À lei assassina, à morte que te matou
Teu corpo pertence à terra que te abracou
Aqui te afirmamos dente por dente assim
Que um dia rira melhor quem rira por fim
Na curva da estrada hà covas feitas no chao
E em todas florirao rosas de uma nacao
José Manuel Cerqueira Afonso dos Santos, known professionally as Zeca Afonso (Lisbon, 1929 – Lisbon, 1987), was one of the most influential singer-songwriters in Portugal. Considered an icon of Portuguese popular music, he intertwined his music with social and political themes, becoming the voice of a generation seeking freedom and social justice. Afonso began his career in the 1950s, collaborating with various orchestras and musical groups. In 1964, he released his first album, "O Homem da Meia Noite", which launched him onto the Portuguese music scene. His songs, often characterized by catchy melodies and incisive lyrics, addressed themes such as poverty, political oppression, and the fight for civil rights. Among his most famous songs are "Grândola, Vila Morena", "A Minha Casa", "O Homem da Meia Noite" and "E Depois do Adeus". Afonso continued to release successful albums until his death in 1987. His music continues to be listened to and appreciated in Portugal and abroad, making him a true national cultural heritage.
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