Saudade

The song 'Saudade' by Daniel & Samuel is a heartfelt expression of longing and spiritual yearning. The term 'saudade' itself is a Portuguese word that conveys a deep emotional state of nostalgic longing for something or someone that one loves but is absent. In this song, the artists use 'saudade' to describe their intense desire for a beautiful place where they will live, which is a metaphor for heaven.

The lyrics repeatedly mention a 'vontade' (desire) to become an angel and disappear, which signifies a wish to transcend earthly existence and attain a spiritual transformation. This desire is not just about escaping the hardships of life but is deeply rooted in a longing to be closer to the divine. The artists express a wish to be 'arrebatado' (raptured) and to live in heaven, highlighting their strong faith and hope for eternal life with God.

The song also touches on the emotional aspect of this longing, with the artists mentioning that they cry from 'saudade' when thinking about the 'céu de luz' (heaven of light). This imagery evokes a sense of peace and ultimate fulfillment that they believe can only be found in the presence of Jesus. The repetition of the desire to 'ir pra o céu' (go to heaven) underscores the central theme of the song: a deep, spiritual yearning for a heavenly home and the embrace of Jesus.