Change the subject

A truly humorous "social survival manual" in the form of a song. Through hilarious and relatable everyday chronicles — such as the nephew focused on his martial arts gym, the classic office gossip, and the complaints of a grumpy neighbor —, the track shows that good humor and tact are the best tools to defuse conflicts, escape tight spots, and shield our peace of mind.

Behind the Scenes: "Desconversa" was born from those inevitable situations where we find ourselves completely cornered by unwanted conversations, hallway gossip, or awkward questions. Who hasn't had to invent a last-minute excuse to escape a tedious monologue? The spark for this composition came from the need to celebrate the art of the elegant and diplomatic exit. Instead of reacting rudely or suffering out of politeness, the song exalts the famous technique of changing the subject with a smile on your face. It is a tribute to Brazilian resourcefulness, turning the stress of small daily annoyances into a light, catchy, and deeply liberating samba.

What's up, family!
(Fala família!)

You know those days when you're not in the mood for much talk or don't want to discuss a certain topic, then someone shows up and brings up that cursed subject!
(Sabe aqueles dias em que você não tá pra muito papo ou não quer falar um determinado assunto, aí aparece alguém que puxa o assunto maldito!)

Damn! What do we do in those moments?
(Puts! O que a gente faz nessas horas?)

We can't be rude, right?
(Não podemos ser grosseiros, né?)

Well, this samba is the manual for those moments. Let's go!
(Pois é, esse samba é o manual para esses momentos. Vamos lá!)

You know those days when you don't want an argument
(Sabe aqueles dias que não quer discussão)

But living is life and you find yourself in that spot
(Mas a vida é viver e se vê na situação)

Dealing with a conversation you're not up for
(Lidando com um papo que não está disposto)

I found the way out of this unpleasantness
(Achei a saída pra esse desgosto)

The secret is simple, don't rush yourself
(O segredo é simples, não se atropele)

Listen to the chorus to save your skin
(Escuta o coro pra livrar sua pele)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! There's no rush for this!
(DESCONVERSA! Isso não tem pressa!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! I'm on the clock / My time is up!
(DESCONVERSA! Tá na minha hora!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! We'll buy it on the way back!
(DESCONVERSA! Na volta a gente compra!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! The cell phone, I have to answer!
(DESCONVERSA! O celular, tenho que atender!)

I was at the market on a quick trip
(Estava no mercado numa compra rapidinho)

Feeling so lazy, then my nephew showed up
(Cheio de preguiça, apareceu o meu sobrinho)

With a long story about his martial arts gym
(Com história longa da academia de luta)

Me searching my memory for an escape route
(Eu buscando na memória uma rota de fuga)

And now, how do I solve this situation?
(E aí, como resolvo essa situação?)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! There's no rush for this!
(DESCONVERSA! Isso não tem pressa!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! My time is up!
(DESCONVERSA! Tá na minha hora!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! We'll buy it on the way back!
(DESCONVERSA! Na volta a gente compra!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! The cell phone, I have to answer!
(DESCONVERSA! O celular, tenho que atender!)

Back at my job there's a big mouth
(Lá no meu trabalho tem um língua de trapo)
He doesn't think before he speaks, he's a parrot
(Não pensa no que fala, é um papagaio)
A surprise party for the boss, everything kept a secret
(Festa de surpresa pra chefe, tudo no segredo)
He talked about the cake with her standing right there
(Falou de bolo com ela ali do lado)
How do I block out this nonsense?
(Como eu isolo esse papo furado?)

I was on the porch at home, taking it easy
(Tava na varanda em casa sossegado)

A grumpy neighbor arrived full of venom
(Chegou vizinho ranzinza cheio de veneno)

Bad-mouthed another friend who was standing right there
(Descascou outro amigo, que estava ali)

Without knowing what to do, I got all tangled up
(Eu sem saber, fiquei todo enrolado)

Thinking about what to do with that jerk
(Pensando o que fazer com o vacilão)

And now? How do I solve this mess?
(E agora? Como resolvo essa marmelada?)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! I'm taking notes here, go ahead!
(DESCONVERSA! Tô anotando aqui, pode falar!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! Hey, you're the man! I'm your biggest fan!
(DESCONVERSA! Aí, você é o cara! Sou seu fã!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! Anyone who knows me knows my character!
(DESCONVERSA! Quem me conhece sabe do meu caráter!)

CHANGE THE SUBJECT! I'm going over there, I'll be right back, just a quick second!
(DESCONVERSA! Vou ali já volto, é só um pulinho!)