Íris

Djavan's song 'Íris' is a poetic exploration of love's mesmerizing and transformative power. The lyrics are rich with metaphors and vivid imagery, painting a picture of a love that is both captivating and consuming. The song opens with the line 'Mil anos luz, Um instante estelar,' suggesting that the experience of love can feel both timeless and fleeting, a moment that transcends ordinary perception. The reference to 'laser' and 'prisma de toda luz' evokes the idea of love as a powerful, focused energy that can penetrate and illuminate the deepest parts of one's being.

The chorus, with its repeated invocation 'Chama que eu vou,' translates to 'Call me and I'll go,' emphasizing the irresistible pull of this love. The imagery of 'fogo' (fire) and 'chama' (flame) further underscores the intensity and passion that this love ignites within the singer. The night and day dichotomy in 'Desce do ar, Pela cisma que a noite cria, E vem criar o dia' suggests that this love has the power to transform darkness into light, bringing clarity and new beginnings.

The song also delves into the dual nature of love, as something that can both 'me atrai e me distrai' (attract and distract) and 'me fazer sofrer e me deixar feliz' (make me suffer and make me happy). This duality is encapsulated in the line 'Traz no olhar, Um encanto de arco-íris, De tanto mar na íris,' where the beloved's eyes are compared to a rainbow and the sea, symbols of beauty and depth. Djavan masterfully captures the complexity of love, portraying it as a force that can both elevate and unsettle, ultimately leaving the listener with a sense of awe and wonder at its profound impact on the human experience.