Varanda

Projeto Rivera's song 'Varanda' offers a contemplative look at the hustle and bustle of daily life, juxtaposed with moments of serene reflection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of observing life from a balcony, where the narrator sees people consumed by their daily worries, seemingly oblivious to the world around them. This perspective allows the narrator to reflect on their own life, expressing a desire for more joy and a lighter existence, free from the constant rush and stress symbolized by the 'green light' and 'car' metaphors.

The recurring refrain, 'Te digo irmão, várias vezes meu céu desabou,' translates to 'I tell you, brother, many times my sky has fallen.' This line speaks to the universal experience of facing hardships and feeling overwhelmed. The narrator shares their journey of diving into the 'sea of life' and swimming for love, despite feeling tired and sick. This metaphorical swim represents the struggle to find meaning and connection in a world that often feels gray and monotonous.

In the second verse, the perspective shifts to observing someone from a car, who appears to be at peace, reading a newspaper in their pajamas. This person seems unaffected by the chaos around them, symbolized by the 'fire in their apartment.' The narrator envies this tranquility and yearns for a similar sense of peace, rather than being consumed by the metaphorical fires of life. The song ultimately conveys a message of resilience and the pursuit of inner peace, despite the inevitable challenges and 'gray tones' of existence.