A Vida Tem Dessas Coisas

Ritchie's song 'A Vida Tem Dessas Coisas' is a poignant narrative of unrequited love and the serendipity of life's encounters. The lyrics tell the story of someone who has unexpectedly fallen in love and is now struggling with the aftermath of an unreciprocated affection. The protagonist misses an appointment, only to find the person they have feelings for, which marks the beginning of their emotional turmoil.

The song's chorus, which translates to 'I just want you,' is a heartfelt plea for a chance to communicate these intense feelings. The repeated attempts to 'talk,' 'convince,' and 'confess' suggest a deep desire to be heard and understood by the object of affection. However, the lines 'I know this doesn't matter to you, it makes no sense' reveal the one-sided nature of this love, highlighting the protagonist's awareness of the situation's futility. The imagery of running after a bus and speaking to oneself underscores the sense of desperation and loneliness.

The title, 'A Vida Tem Dessas Coisas,' which means 'Life Has These Things,' reflects the song's theme of the unpredictability of life and love. The unexpected encounter in an elevator at the end of the song suggests that life can bring people together in the most unexpected ways, yet it doesn't guarantee a happy resolution. The song captures the bittersweet reality that sometimes, despite our deepest longings, love remains out of reach.