Wave

In Gal Costa's song 'Wave,' the lyrics delve into the profound and often ineffable nature of love. The opening lines, 'Vou te contar / Meus olhos já não podem ver / Coisas que só o coração pode entender,' set the stage for a journey into the heart's domain, where logic and reason give way to emotion and intuition. The song suggests that love is fundamental to human happiness, encapsulated in the poignant line, 'É impossível ser feliz sozinho' (It's impossible to be happy alone). This sentiment underscores the idea that true contentment and joy are found in connection with others, rather than in isolation.

The metaphor of the sea is woven throughout the song, symbolizing the vast, mysterious, and often uncontrollable nature of love. 'O resto é mar / É tudo que eu não sei contar' (The rest is the sea / It's everything I can't explain) speaks to the boundless and indescribable aspects of love that go beyond words. The sea also brings a sense of tranquility and inevitability, as seen in 'Vem de mansinho a brisa e me diz / É impossível ser feliz sozinho' (The breeze comes gently and tells me / It's impossible to be happy alone). This imagery evokes a sense of calm acceptance and the natural flow of emotions.

The song also touches on the passage of time and the evolving nature of love. 'Da primeira vez era a cidade / Da segunda o cais e a eternidade' (The first time it was the city / The second time the pier and eternity) suggests different stages and settings of love, each with its own unique beauty and significance. The closing lines, 'O amor se deixa surpreender / Enquanto a noite vem nos envolver' (Love allows itself to be surprised / As the night comes to envelop us), highlight the element of surprise and the ever-changing landscape of love, inviting listeners to embrace the unexpected and cherish the moments of connection.