O Que Tinha De Ser

Elis Regina's song 'O Que Tinha De Ser' is a poignant exploration of love's inevitability and the profound connection between two people. The lyrics convey a sense of destiny and completeness, suggesting that the meeting of the two lovers was preordained. The opening lines, 'Porque foste na vida a última esperança / Encontrar-te me fez criança,' highlight the transformative power of love, likening the experience to a rebirth or a return to innocence. This metaphor of becoming a child again underscores the purity and renewal that love brings into one's life.

The song continues to delve into the deep bond between the lovers, with lines like 'Porque já eras meu, sem eu saber sequer / Porque és o meu homem, e eu tua mulher.' These lyrics suggest a timeless connection, as if the lovers were always meant to be together, even before they were aware of each other's existence. This idea of predestined love is a recurring theme in romantic literature and music, and Elis Regina captures it beautifully with her emotive delivery and the song's lyrical content.

The final lines, 'Porque foste em minh'alma como um amanhecer / Porque foste o que tinha de ser,' encapsulate the essence of the song. The comparison of the lover's arrival to a sunrise symbolizes a new beginning and the illumination of the soul. The phrase 'o que tinha de ser' (what had to be) reinforces the notion that their union was fated, an unavoidable and natural culmination of their lives. Elis Regina's interpretation of these lyrics adds depth and emotion, making 'O Que Tinha De Ser' a timeless ode to the power and inevitability of true love.