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Não sou um compositor de protesto.
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The speaker rejects the label of being a composer known for protest songs. The statement is a clear description of identity or classification, not an explanation of what kinds of songs the speaker does compose.
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- O Globo — Blog do Acervo
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- Official Statement
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