Velho Peito

In 'Velho Peito,' Aviões do Forró delves into the depths of nostalgia and heartache, painting a vivid picture of a love that once was but is no more. The song's lyrics are a poignant reflection on a past relationship that continues to haunt the narrator. The phrase 'O seu amor ainda mora nesse velho peito' (Your love still resides in this old chest) sets the tone, indicating that the feelings of love and longing are still very much alive, even if the relationship has ended. This sentiment is further emphasized by the line 'Ainda choro com saudades suas' (I still cry with longing for you), highlighting the enduring pain of separation.

The song reminisces about a specific moment in the past, 'Daquele encontro de hora marcada' (That scheduled meeting), where the anticipation and excitement of seeing the loved one are palpable. The imagery of 'o clarão da lua' (the brightness of the moon) adds a romantic and almost magical quality to the memory. However, this nostalgia is bittersweet, as the narrator contrasts these cherished memories with the present reality, where 'O que era bom hoje não passa de uma nostalgia' (What was good today is nothing but nostalgia). The joy that once lit up the narrator's face has vanished, replaced by a sense of loss and longing.

The chorus encapsulates the essence of the song, with the narrator pleading, 'Olha não me despeça e nem me peça pra te esquecer' (Look, don't dismiss me and don't ask me to forget you). This plea underscores the depth of the narrator's emotional attachment, equating forgetting the loved one to forgetting life itself: 'Isso é como esquecer a vida e a vida é você' (This is like forgetting life, and life is you). The song beautifully captures the agony of unrequited love and the struggle to move on from a relationship that once brought immense joy and meaning to the narrator's life.