Alívio

Djavan's song 'Alívio' is a poignant exploration of longing and the search for emotional relief through love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person wandering aimlessly, frequenting bars and beaches, in a desperate attempt to find direction and meaning. This sense of aimlessness is captured in the lines 'Aturei andar de bar em bar / Na contramão / Pra seguir a sua direção,' where the protagonist is moving against the flow, driven by the hope of finding their beloved. The imagery of the beach, where 'todos são iguais / Queimados ou não,' suggests a universal search for connection and purpose, regardless of one's background or experiences.

The song delves deeper into the emotional turmoil of the protagonist, who feels 'aturdido sem sentido'—dazed and senseless—highlighting the disorientation that comes with unfulfilled longing. The repetition of 'Toda hora é como agora / É viver só pra lhe esperar' emphasizes the stagnation and the passage of time that feels endless when waiting for love. This yearning is not just for any love, but for a 'lindo amor' that can bring peace and 'alívio' to the heart. The plea for a respite from 'uma nova má notícia' underscores the weariness and the need for a positive change.

In the latter part of the song, Djavan expresses a hopeful anticipation for the arrival of this love, which he believes will bring color and vibrancy to his life. The lines 'Seja lindo amor bem vindo / E cresça o quanto for / Me apareça e faça o seu gol / Pra eu respirar / E ter alívio' convey a sense of optimism and the transformative power of love. The mention of different colors—'Quiçá no lado azul / Preto, branco, qualquer cor'—symbolizes the diversity and inclusivity of this love, which is not bound by any specific form but is always 'vivo,' or alive. This vibrant love is seen as the key to finding solace and situating oneself in a colorful, fulfilling existence.