Quando As Palavras

The song 'Quando As Palavras' by Mesa delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, particularly focusing on the unspoken connections that bind us. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a dreamlike state, where the protagonist feels beyond the realm of sleep, caught in a surreal world of paper dreams and opium threads. This imagery sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the internal and external struggles faced by the protagonist.

The song's central theme revolves around the relationship between the protagonist and their 'Anjo da Guarda' or Guardian Angel. This figure is depicted as a source of comfort and support, someone who reads to the protagonist at night and lifts them up when they fall. The protagonist expresses a deep desire to reciprocate this care and learn how to ask for help, highlighting the often unspoken dynamics of give and take in relationships. The repeated line 'Quando as palavras não dizem o que somos' (When words don't say what we are) underscores the limitations of language in fully capturing the essence of our emotions and connections.

The lyrics also touch on the broader context of a city submerged in a rainy morning, filled with swamps and dinosaurs, symbolizing chaos and confusion. The protagonist's insomnia and hunger further emphasize their internal turmoil. Despite these challenges, there is a yearning for new codes and a possible dream that both the protagonist and their Guardian Angel can share. This duality of struggle and hope, of wanting to make the other happy while grappling with one's own pain, forms the crux of the song's emotional landscape.