Carro De Boi

In 'Carro De Boi,' Divino e Donizete craft a poignant narrative that draws a parallel between the life of the narrator and an old ox cart. The song opens with the narrator observing an ox cart and making a heartfelt comparison to his own life. The ox cart, a symbol of hard work and endurance, mirrors the narrator's own struggles and the burdens he carries. The lament of the cart, represented by the creaking sounds it makes, is likened to the narrator's own expressions of sorrow and the ingratitude he feels from the world around him.

The chorus reinforces this comparison, highlighting the heavy loads both the cart and the narrator bear. The ox cart's heavy loads are a metaphor for the emotional weight the narrator carries, particularly the longing and sadness for his beloved. This sense of nostalgia and unfulfilled love is a recurring theme, emphasizing the emotional toll of separation and the passage of time.

As the song progresses, the imagery of the ox cart's worn-out wheels leaving marks on the ground serves as a metaphor for the narrator's life experiences. These marks represent memories and past events that have shaped his current state of being. The narrator acknowledges that, like the old cart, he is also nearing the end of his journey, with his strength waning and time acting as the driver that will eventually bring him to a halt. This reflection on mortality and the inevitable decline of strength adds a layer of depth to the song, making it a touching meditation on the passage of time and the enduring nature of human emotions.