Tanto Amar

Ney Matogrosso's song 'Tanto Amar' delves into the complexities and dualities of love through vivid and poetic imagery. The lyrics describe a deep affection for a woman, emphasizing the intensity and multifaceted nature of his feelings. The recurring motif of her eyes, one that 'boiar' (floats) and another that 'agita' (agitates), symbolizes the contrasting emotions and states of being that love can evoke. This duality is further explored as one eye avoids his gaze while the other is wide open, suggesting a mix of shyness and boldness, or perhaps uncertainty and clarity in their relationship.

The song also touches on the idea of struggle and tranquility within love. The line 'A metade do seu olhar está chamando pra luta, aflita' (Half of her gaze is calling for a fight, distressed) juxtaposed with 'E metade quer madrugar na bodeguita' (And half wants to stay up all night at the little bar) highlights the tension between conflict and peace, passion and relaxation. This duality is a central theme, reflecting the unpredictable and often contradictory nature of romantic relationships.

Matogrosso's lyrics also explore self-discovery through love. He sings, 'É na soma do seu olhar que eu vou me conhecer inteiro' (It is in the sum of her gaze that I will know myself completely), suggesting that through understanding and experiencing his partner's multifaceted nature, he gains a deeper understanding of himself. The song concludes with a hopeful note, envisioning a future together, possibly in Puerto Rico, indicating that despite the complexities and challenges, there is a desire for unity and commitment.

'Tanto Amar' is a rich tapestry of emotions, capturing the essence of love's duality, the interplay of struggle and peace, and the journey of self-discovery through a romantic relationship.