Outra Era

Fagner's song 'Outra Era' is a heartfelt exploration of longing and separation, wrapped in poetic metaphors and vivid imagery. The lyrics convey a deep sense of yearning for a loved one, as the singer feels adrift and disconnected when apart from their beloved. The opening lines, 'Quando a vida me leva / Pra longe do meu bem,' set the tone for the song, illustrating the emotional distance that feels as vast as a railway track without a train. This metaphor of emptiness and isolation is further emphasized when the singer looks into the mirror and sees no one, highlighting a loss of identity and purpose without their significant other.

The song also delves into the passage of time and the hope for reunion. The lines 'Tambor dentro do peito, coração manera / Para de chover que já é primavera' suggest an internal struggle and a desire for emotional renewal, akin to the changing seasons. The mention of 'primavera' (spring) symbolizes new beginnings and the end of a period of sorrow. However, the singer remains caught in a cycle of waiting, as expressed in 'Amanhã já vem e parece quimera / Mera fantasia de quem só espera,' where tomorrow feels like an elusive dream, a mere fantasy for those who wait.

Geographical references such as 'Tel Aviv, Bagdá, Brasília' and 'Fortaleza, Pequim, Bora-Bora' serve to universalize the theme of longing, showing that this feeling transcends borders and cultures. The singer's wish to be the sea, capable of bridging distances, underscores the depth of their desire to be reunited with their loved one. The song's closing lines, 'Quem dera eu pudesse te beijar agora,' encapsulate the intense, immediate longing for physical closeness, making 'Outra Era' a poignant ode to love and the pain of separation.