So In Love

Caetano Veloso's rendition of 'So In Love' is a heartfelt exploration of the profound and sometimes paradoxical nature of love. The lyrics convey a deep, almost mystical connection between the speaker and their beloved. The opening lines, 'Strange dear, but true, dear / When I'm close to you, dear / The stars fill the sky,' set a tone of wonder and enchantment. This imagery of stars filling the sky suggests that the presence of the beloved transforms the world into a magical place, highlighting the intensity of the speaker's emotions.

The song delves into the complexities of love, acknowledging that even in the absence of the beloved, the speaker's feelings remain strong. 'Even without you / My arms fold about you' illustrates a sense of longing and the idea that love transcends physical presence. This sentiment is further emphasized by the lines 'In love with the night mysterious / The night when you first were there,' which evoke a sense of nostalgia and the lasting impact of a significant moment shared with the beloved.

The final stanza introduces a more poignant and vulnerable aspect of love. The speaker's willingness to endure pain and betrayal, as expressed in 'So touch me, and hurt me / Deceive me, desert me / I'm yours, till I die,' underscores the depth of their devotion. This self-sacrificial love, where the speaker is willing to suffer for the sake of their beloved, adds a layer of complexity to the song. Veloso's emotive delivery enhances the lyrical content, making 'So In Love' a powerful ode to the enduring and multifaceted nature of love.