Água Também É Mar

Marisa Monte's song 'Água Também É Mar' is a poetic exploration of the interconnectedness of water and life, using the metaphor of water to convey deeper philosophical and emotional themes. The title itself, which translates to 'Water is Also the Sea,' sets the stage for a reflection on how different forms of water—whether in the sea, rain, or even a simple drop—are all part of a larger, unified whole. This idea is mirrored in the lyrics, where Monte sings about the beach being a margin and the rain being washed sea water, suggesting that boundaries are fluid and interconnected.

The song encourages patience and mindfulness, as seen in the lines 'Já que não é urgente / Aguente e sente / Aguarde o temporal,' which translate to 'Since it's not urgent / Hold on and feel / Wait for the storm.' Here, Monte advises the listener to embrace the natural flow of life, to be patient and to find peace in the waiting. The imagery of taking off one's shoes and treading carefully on the shore further emphasizes the need for sensitivity and awareness in navigating life's complexities.

Monte also touches on the idea of self-reliance and the power of individual agency with the lines 'Gire a torneira / Perigas ver / Inunda o mundo / O barco é você,' meaning 'Turn the tap / You might see / Flood the world / The boat is you.' This suggests that each person has the potential to influence their own world, to navigate their own journey, and to find their own way through the vast 'sea' of life. The song concludes with a sense of longing and anticipation, encapsulated in the lines 'Na distância, há de sonhar / Há de estancar / Gotas tantas não demora / Sede estranha,' which speak to the dreams and desires that drive us, even as we navigate the ebb and flow of existence.