Lembrei de Nós

Oswaldo Montenegro's song "Lembrei de Nós" delves into the themes of missed opportunities, the fluid nature of life, and the power of personal reinvention. The lyrics reflect on a relationship that never fully materialized, encapsulated in the repeated line, "Lembrei de nós, do que não foi" (I remembered us, of what never was). This sentiment underscores the idea that if something never happened, it cannot have an ending, suggesting a sense of unresolved potential and lingering what-ifs.

The song emphasizes the importance of creating one's own happiness, as seen in the lines, "A vida é o que se inventa, Inventa então que é feliz" (Life is what you invent, so invent that you are happy). This perspective encourages a proactive approach to life, where one must actively shape their own reality and find joy in the process. The metaphor of freeing the fish and discarding the hook symbolizes letting go of past burdens and embracing freedom.

Montenegro also touches on the concept of divine presence and personal choice with the lines, "Se Deus está em tudo, Deus é o que você quis" (If God is in everything, God is what you wanted). This suggests that divinity is intertwined with personal desires and choices, and that one's path is a reflection of their inner will. The recurring mention of a "road without sun" implies a journey marked by challenges and the absence of clarity, yet it is a path chosen by the individual.

The song concludes with a philosophical reflection on the transient nature of life, encapsulated in the lines, "Toda estrela é luz que já passou, Tudo vai passar, E tudo bem" (Every star is light that has already passed, Everything will pass, And it's all right). This acceptance of impermanence and the notion that nothing truly belongs to us reinforces the idea of living in the present and finding peace in the ever-changing flow of life.