Reza

In 'Reza,' Elis Regina delivers a poignant and soulful plea for love and divine intervention. The song's lyrics reflect a journey marked by both physical and emotional distances, as the narrator has traversed 'tanto chão e mar' (so much ground and sea) in the name of love. This imagery suggests a profound commitment and effort, yet despite these endeavors, the narrator finds themselves questioning the sufficiency of love alone to overcome life's challenges.

The recurring theme of prayer ('uma oração') underscores a turn towards spirituality and faith as a source of solace and hope. The narrator decides to sing a prayer, invoking divine figures such as 'meu santo defensor' (my holy defender) and 'Ave-Maria,' a traditional Catholic prayer. This blend of personal devotion and cultural religious practices highlights the deep-rooted connection between faith and the human experience of love and longing. The repetitive chant 'Laia-ladaia, sabatana, ave-Maria' serves as a meditative mantra, emphasizing the narrator's desperation and determination to seek divine assistance.

Elis Regina's emotive delivery and the song's lyrical content resonate with themes of perseverance, faith, and the quest for love. The song captures the universal struggle of seeking fulfillment and the lengths one might go to find it, whether through earthly efforts or spiritual means. 'Reza' is a testament to the enduring power of prayer and the hope that it can bring, even in the face of uncertainty and heartache.