Onda

In 'Onda,' Jorge & Mateus craft a poignant narrative of longing and heartache, using the metaphor of the sea to convey the emotional turbulence of love. The song's protagonist feels 'afogado' (drowned) and 'jogado' (thrown), indicating a state of emotional disarray. His heart is in pieces, and only the kiss of his beloved can alleviate his agony and help him breathe again. This vivid imagery sets the stage for a tale of yearning and the desperate hope for reunion.

The lyrics are rich with maritime metaphors, likening the beloved to a 'sereia' (mermaid) and the protagonist to a fish caught by her charm. The sea represents the distance and the emotional ebb and flow between them. The protagonist waits anxiously, counting the hours, hoping the tide will bring his love back to him. The 'brisa leve' (gentle breeze) that carries her scent intensifies his longing, making the separation even more unbearable. Each encounter feels like a fleeting dream, filled with the excitement of a 'frio na barriga' (butterflies in the stomach) but ending in the sorrow of a goodbye.

The chorus underscores the transient nature of their love, with the 'onda' (wave) taking their love far away. The protagonist feels like a fish, easily caught but ultimately left longing for more. The repetition of the desire to meet again and the plea for his 'sereia preferida' (favorite mermaid) to return from the sea highlights the depth of his emotional turmoil. The song beautifully captures the essence of love's highs and lows, the joy of connection, and the pain of separation, all set against the backdrop of the ever-changing sea.