Part of Your World (versão portuguesa)
A Pequena Sereia / The Little Mermaid / La Sirenita
Exploring New Horizons: The Yearning for More in 'Part of Your World'
The song 'Part of Your World' from the Portuguese version of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' captures the essence of Ariel's longing for a life beyond her underwater kingdom. The lyrics express her fascination with the human world and her desire to be part of it. Ariel's collection of human artifacts represents her curiosity and the limitations of her current existence. Despite having a vast collection of items ('geringonças'), she feels unfulfilled and yearns for something more, something beyond the material possessions she has amassed.
Ariel's dream is to experience life as humans do, to walk on land ('pés'), dance, and explore the world above the sea. The repeated phrase 'Quero maiiiiiiiisssss' (I want more) emphasizes her deep-seated need to break free from the constraints of her underwater life. The song also touches on themes of freedom and self-discovery, as Ariel imagines a life where she can make her own choices, away from the strict rules and expectations of her father, King Triton.
The song is a powerful expression of the universal desire to explore new horizons and to find one's place in the world. It resonates with anyone who has ever felt confined by their circumstances and has dreamed of a different life. Ariel's wish to 'ficar assim fora do mar' (stay out of the sea) is a metaphor for the longing to step out of one's comfort zone and embrace the unknown, even if it means leaving behind the familiar.