: Lines like "Ver minha saudade na boca de outro não é ruim, é horrível" (Seeing my longing in another’s mouth isn't just bad, it's horrible) resonate deeply with a public that often uses sertanejo as a soundtrack for their own romantic setbacks. Musical Direction and Production
The track (It Should Be Prohibited) stands as a cornerstone of the Brazilian sertanejo duo Henrique e Juliano’s 2023 audiovisual project, To Be (Ao Vivo Em Brasília) . Originally introduced to fans as a "Guia DVD" (DVD Guide)—a preliminary recording or demo version—in late 2022, the song quickly evolved from a teaser into a chart-topping anthem. This essay explores the song’s journey from its initial "guia" release to its definitive live performance in Brasília, examining how it exemplifies the duo’s mastery of modern sofrência . From "Guia" to Global Hit
: The narrator is unable to return to their daily routine after witnessing their former partner kissing another person.
: The chorus delivers the central plea: "Devia ser proibido beijar na frente de amores antigos" (It should be prohibited to kiss in front of old loves).
Before its official release on the To Be album, "Devia Ser Proibido" was shared as a guide version in October 2022. This practice, common in the sertanejo industry, allows artists to gauge fan reactions and helps the audience memorize lyrics before a DVD recording. The overwhelming response to the guide signaled that Henrique e Juliano had another massive hit on their hands. When the live version recorded at in Brasília was finally released on July 28, 2023, it became the centerpiece of an 11-track rollout that concluded the To Be project. The Anatomy of Sofrência