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The song tells the story of two brothers, and Durvalino , who hold opposing views on spirituality:

The song (Broken Clock), composed by José Russo and Teddy Vieira and famously interpreted by the duo Lourenço & Lourival , is a landmark of "sertanejo raiz" (traditional Brazilian country music). It utilizes a supernatural narrative to explore deep themes of faith, skepticism, and the eternal bond of family. Overview and Narrative Structure RelГіgio Quebrado - LourenГ§o & Lourival

Years later, the broken clock hanging on Durvalino's wall suddenly strikes twelve times at midnight. The song tells the story of two brothers,

As a gift from their grandfather, the clock represents the continuity of family and the weight of tradition in rural Brazilian culture. Musical Legacy As a gift from their grandfather, the clock

The mechanical impossibility of a broken clock striking symbolizes a moment where the physical world is interrupted by the spiritual.

The next morning, a telegram arrives confirming that José died at exactly the same hour the clock chimed. Symbolism and Themes

The "broken clock" serves as the central metaphor for several complex human experiences: