O Pouco Que Sobrou

In 'O Pouco Que Sobrou,' Los Hermanos delve into the depths of despair and the struggle to maintain hope amidst overwhelming adversity. The song opens with a sense of exhaustion and resignation, as the narrator expresses their inability to continue living in their current state. The lyrics, 'Eu cansei de ser assim / Não posso mais levar,' convey a profound sense of weariness and a desire for change, yet the path forward remains unclear, as highlighted by the question, 'Por onde eu devo ir?'

As the song progresses, the narrator reflects on the inevitability of life moving on, even if their personal struggles go unnoticed by others. The line 'A vida vai seguir / Ninguém vai reparar' underscores the isolating nature of their pain. Despite feeling that everything has come to an end, the narrator resolves to keep singing as a means of coping, 'Mas vou cantar / Pra não cair.' This act of singing becomes a form of resistance, a way to maintain a semblance of normalcy and hope, even if it means pretending to be someone who is 'de bem.'

The chorus reveals a deeper sense of loss and surrender, 'Só resta eu me entregar / Cansei de procurar / O pouco que sobrou.' The narrator acknowledges that they once had love and were a better person, but now everything has unraveled, and life feels lost. The plea for divine intervention, 'Se existe Deus em agonia / Manda essa cavalaria,' highlights the narrator's desperation and the abandonment of faith. This poignant cry for help encapsulates the song's exploration of human vulnerability and the search for meaning in the face of despair.