Lui Fernandes’s audio CD ‘Hanv Sopnetam’ has a collection of nine songs revolving around friendship, love and marriage, all rendered in the form of solos.
Opening song ‘Diamante dilem’ by Lui Fernandes speaks about falling in love during college days and the journey that continues till the moment of acceptance, which brings in satisfaction and fulfilment in life. He says that there were moments in life when he was confused, troubled and afraid. ‘And when the girl appears in a dream, she stands before you and with your eyes closed, you fall in love.’ He never expected her to agree but when she did, it was like receiving a priceless treasure from God. After the stormy weather, life became meaningful and successful when she stepped into his life.
The next song, ‘Kankulai’, is an interesting and catchy song which speaks about the traditional remedy that mothers followed to keep fever at bay. ‘When I was young, people used to tie ‘kankulai’, now though I have grown up, I still need ‘kankulai’,’ the singer exalts. After he got married, the singer says that he was blessed with a child and ‘kankulai’ followed there too. Even in his old age, there are no other means, but to tie ‘kankulai’, he says. ‘After death, you can give me a good coffin and take away all my wealth, but give me ‘kankulai’,’ he says.
‘Hanv Sopnetam’ speaks about dreams and the hope that they will be fulfilled. He further speaks about trips to the park where children play around and there is no hatred. He wishes to join them, but fails to do so as he wakes up from his sleep. He moves to a city where fights exist for no reason. He wishes to put an end to them, but falls short of words. In the end, he hopes for a change to come about in the world.
‘Rupea Vorsachi Somorombni’ is a befitting song on the occasion of a silver wedding anniversary. The singer speaks about the smiles on the faces of the couple celebrating 25 years of their marriage. Their joy doubles with blessings from their children. He prays that the couple may enjoy days with their grandchildren too. ‘Children and grandchildren will grow up, but the couple will stay young forever,’ he concludes.
‘Mogacho Ul’las’ and ‘Ixttagot’ move along the lines of friendship, love and betrayal. The former focuses on moments of grief that follow days of enjoyment. ‘You pleaded me to leave and you could not stand me drinking,’ he says, ‘but now when I am addicted to alcohol, who will instruct me.’ Instead of curses, he wishes happiness and prays that what has happened to him should not happen to others.
‘Pahm Pahm Pahm’ is an upbeat song with foot tapping music. It is rendered in a humorous tone, with focus on Bollywood actors. The singer considers himself a hero who is loved by heroines such as Kareena, Deepika and Priyanka. But none of them settle down with him because they find someone better. Goa’s Elena had sought his attention once, but he had ignored her. Now he plans to return to Goa and settle down only with a Goan girl, who he feels will not desert him.
The concluding song, ‘Saudichem Kantar’, rendered in its original form and as a remix, is relevant to Goan weddings as it seeks blessings for newly wedded couples. The singer has a piece of advice for the bridegroom as well as the bride, which can help them have a happy and lasting marriage. A mention is also made about the virtue of understanding and having God in one’s marital life.
Music by mestro Bonio is very soothing to the ears and Fr Dominic Alvares, Lui Fernandes, Roque Lazarus and Agusto de Calangute have assisted with the lyrics, calling for reflection. The album has been recorded by Velroy at Vel’Tuned Studio, Benaulim.
