Forte sou

The song 'Forte sou' by Conexão Vocal is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience that faith can provide. The lyrics delve into the struggles and burdens of life, symbolized by the 'peso de cada pecado' (weight of each sin). However, the song quickly shifts focus to the redemptive power of the cross, where the ultimate sacrifice was made. The imagery of thorns and the cross serves as a metaphor for enduring love and unwavering support, suggesting that through this divine love, one can find strength even in the face of adversity.

The recurring plea to be made 'cego para ver' (blind to see) and 'sedento de tua graça' (thirsty for your grace) highlights a deep yearning for spiritual enlightenment and divine guidance. This paradoxical request to be blind in order to see underscores the idea that true vision and understanding come from faith, not from physical sight. The song emphasizes that in moments of anguish and injury, peace can be found through divine power, reinforcing the message that 'em Teu poder se fraco estou, eu forte sou' (in Your power, if I am weak, I am strong).

The song also touches on the theme of living a life that reflects divine love and light. The desire to 'brilhar por Ti' (shine for You) and to exalt the divine through one's life is a call to embody and spread the message of love and grace. This aspiration to be a beacon of divine light in the world encapsulates the song's core message: that through faith, one can find the strength to overcome any trial and be a source of inspiration and love to others.