Pezinho de Feijão

In 'Pezinho de Feijão,' Fernando Iglesias captures the bittersweet essence of watching a child grow up. The song's title, which translates to 'Little Bean Sprout,' serves as a metaphor for the delicate and rapid growth of a child. The lyrics express a deep yearning to preserve the innocence and joy of childhood, wishing the child could remain small and carefree forever. The imagery of giving 'millions of little kisses' and holding the child close to the heart underscores the tenderness and protective love a parent feels.

As the song progresses, it acknowledges the inevitable passage of time. The once small and innocent child grows up, and the parent laments no longer being the child's hero. This transition is portrayed with a sense of melancholy, as the parent reflects on the simple, everyday moments that are now just memories. The line 'Tudo isso vou lembrando, são coisinhas tão normais' (All of this I remember, they are such normal little things) highlights the poignancy of these fleeting moments.

The song also includes a heartfelt plea to a higher power, asking for protection over the now-grown child. The parent hopes that the child's innocent smile will always return to embrace them, symbolizing a desire for the enduring presence of that childlike joy and connection. 'Pezinho de Feijão' beautifully encapsulates the universal experience of parental love, the passage of time, and the longing to hold onto the innocence of childhood.