Cicatriz

Paula Fernandes' song 'Cicatriz' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and enduring pain of lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the absence of a loved one, counting the days and feeling a profound emptiness. The phrase 'Esse amor tá me matando' (This love is killing me) encapsulates the intense suffering and longing that the protagonist experiences. This sense of despair is further emphasized by the line 'Esse vazio é quem está me amando' (This emptiness is who is loving me), highlighting the void left by the departed lover.

The central metaphor of the song is the 'cicatriz' or scar, representing the lasting impact of love that time cannot erase. The chorus, 'O amor é cicatriz que o tempo não desfaz' (Love is a scar that time does not undo), underscores the idea that some emotional wounds remain forever, regardless of the passage of time. This scar symbolizes both the pain of loss and the indelible mark that love leaves on one's heart. The repetition of this theme throughout the song reinforces the permanence of this emotional scar.

In the latter part of the song, there is a glimmer of hope and a desire for reconciliation. The protagonist expresses a longing to declare their love without fear, 'Não vejo a hora de dizer que eu te amo e que não sinto medo' (I can't wait to say that I love you and that I'm not afraid). This yearning for a renewed connection suggests that despite the pain, there is still a deep-seated hope for healing and rekindling the relationship. Paula Fernandes' emotive delivery and poignant lyrics capture the essence of enduring love and the scars it leaves behind, making 'Cicatriz' a powerful ballad about the complexities of the human heart.