Lágrimas Sobre a Mesa

Grupo Karisma's song 'Lágrimas Sobre a Mesa' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of a man grappling with the pain of lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a night spent drowning sorrows in alcohol, as the protagonist confesses to a friend about his inability to move on. The opening lines reveal a moment of weakness, where the protagonist succumbs to the overwhelming sadness and nostalgia, disregarding the well-meaning advice of his friend. This sets the stage for a poignant exploration of heartache and the futile attempts to numb the pain through drinking.

The imagery in the song is powerful, with the protagonist describing how memories of his lost love play out like a film in his mind. The repetition of 'Eu a saudade e o copo' (I, the longing, and the glass) underscores the loneliness and despair he feels, as he finds himself alone with his thoughts and a drink. The mention of 'Cigarros queimados e lágrimas sobre a minha mesa' (Burnt cigarettes and tears on my table) further emphasizes the depth of his sorrow and the physical manifestations of his grief.

In the final verse, the protagonist reflects on how he has changed since the breakup, no longer the man his friend once knew. He acknowledges his enduring love for the person who left him, expressing a sense of abandonment and helplessness. The line 'Sozinho não sei caminhar' (Alone, I don't know how to walk) poignantly captures his struggle to move forward without his beloved. Through its heartfelt lyrics and evocative imagery, 'Lágrimas Sobre a Mesa' offers a raw and relatable portrayal of the pain of lost love and the difficulty of finding solace in its aftermath.