Fez-se Mar

In the song "Fez-se Mar" by Los Hermanos, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of the emotional turbulence and eventual calm that comes with the arrival of love. The opening lines, "Fez-se mar, Sem ar o meu penar," suggest a transformation akin to the sea forming, symbolizing the overwhelming and suffocating nature of longing and sorrow. The repetition of "Demora não, demora não" can be interpreted as a plea for this period of suffering to end quickly, highlighting the urgency and intensity of the emotions involved.

As the song progresses, the lyrics shift to a more hopeful tone with the lines, "Vai ver, o acaso entregou, Alguém pra lhe dizer, O que qualquer dirá." This suggests that fate has brought someone into the narrator's life to convey a universal truth, possibly about love. The repeated phrase, "Parece que o amor chegou aí," reinforces the idea that love has finally arrived, bringing a sense of relief and fulfillment. The narrator's assertion, "Eu não estava lá, mas eu vi," implies a deep, almost mystical understanding of this transformative event, even without being physically present.

The final stanza, with its imagery of time and nature, "Clareira no tempo, Cadeia das horas, Eu meço no vento, O passo de agora," reflects a contemplative state. The narrator measures time by the wind, indicating a more fluid and natural perception of life's moments. The anticipation of the "próximo instante" being "quase lá" suggests that the narrator is on the brink of a significant change, likely the return of a loved one. The plea, "Peço não saber até você voltar," encapsulates the desire to remain in a state of hopeful ignorance until the reunion, emphasizing the emotional weight of waiting and the transformative power of love.