Azul

Djavan's song 'Azul' is a poetic exploration of the color blue as a metaphor for love and emotion. The Brazilian artist Djavan is known for his ability to blend elements of jazz, funk, and traditional Brazilian music, often with deeply poetic lyrics. In 'Azul,' he uses the color blue, which is often associated with depth and stability, to describe feelings that are both profound and serene.

The lyrics open with a contemplation of the origin of the sky's blue color, questioning whether it comes from God or from the eyes of a loved one. This sets the tone for the song, which intertwines the beauty of nature with the depth of human emotion. The mention of the sky losing its blue at dusk and the search for the color's essence in the sea's algae suggests a longing for the permanence of this emotion, highlighting the intensity and persistence of love.

The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of love's enduring quality. The repetition of the sunrise, described as 'amarelinho' (a diminutive form of yellow in Portuguese), burning softly and early, symbolizes the renewal and constancy of love. The message to the singer's beloved is clear: love is tender and ever-present, like the color blue that doesn't fade away. The phrase 'O amor é azulzinho' (Love is a little blue) encapsulates the song's message, suggesting that love is as vast and encompassing as the sky itself.