Moça

The song 'Moça' by Mariana Froes is a tender expression of love and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with it. The lyrics speak directly to the 'moça,' or young woman, pleading with her not to drive the singer crazy and to listen to the heart's reactions to her presence and absence. The heart is personified, reacting vividly to the comings and goings of the beloved, crying and hiding when she leaves, and singing, running, and smiling when she returns. This vivid imagery captures the intense emotions that love can evoke, oscillating between sorrow and joy.

The chorus invites the woman to come and dance, suggesting that life is more beautiful with her in it. The woman is described in glowing terms, as a shining queen, a star, and the moonlight, emphasizing her importance and the light she brings into the singer's life. The dance metaphor extends to the idea of life itself being a dance that is more complete and vibrant with the right partner. The music and dance serve as metaphors for the harmony and rhythm of a relationship, and how the right person can make everything feel more alive.

However, there is also a sense of loss and yearning in the song. The repeated questions about where the woman is and the statement that the singer has lost sight of her eyes suggest a separation or a break in the relationship. The absence of the woman leads to a loss of music, symbolizing a loss of joy and harmony. The song ends on this note of longing, leaving the listener with a sense of the deep connection between love and the art of music, and how one can influence the perception of the other.