Aos Nossos Filhos

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A Plea for Forgiveness and Hope in 'Aos Nossos Filhos'

Ivan Lins' song 'Aos Nossos Filhos' is a poignant plea for forgiveness and understanding, set against the backdrop of a difficult and oppressive past. The repeated phrase 'Os dias eram assim' ('The days were like this') serves as a refrain, emphasizing the hardships and constraints of the time. The lyrics ask for forgiveness for various shortcomings—lack of affection, space, safety, and choice—highlighting a period marked by scarcity and emotional distance. This could be interpreted as a reflection on the political and social turmoil in Brazil during the military dictatorship, a time when personal freedoms were severely restricted.

The song transitions from seeking forgiveness to expressing hope for a better future. The lines 'E quando passarem a limpo' ('And when you clean up') and 'Façam a festa por mim' ('Celebrate for me') suggest a longing for liberation and renewal. Lins envisions a time when the next generation can break free from the burdens of the past, symbolized by cutting ties and loosening belts. This imagery evokes a sense of release and the possibility of joy and celebration once the oppressive conditions have been overcome.

In the final verses, the song shifts to a more hopeful and optimistic tone. The imagery of blooming flowers, growing forests, and harvesting fruits symbolizes renewal, growth, and the fruition of efforts. The request to 'Digam o gosto pra mim' ('Tell me the taste') implies a desire to share in the joy and success of future generations, even if the current generation cannot fully experience it themselves. This song is a heartfelt message to the children of the future, asking them to forgive the past and embrace the possibilities of a brighter, more abundant world.

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  1. Abre Alas
  2. Doce Presença
  3. Saindo de Mim
  4. Mãos de Afeto
  5. No Tomorrow / Acaso
  6. Ai Ai Ai Ai Ai
  7. Somos Todos Iguais Nesta Noite
  8. Qualquer Dia
  9. Aos Nossos Filhos
  10. Vieste
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