Mamão Com Mel

Selma Reis's song 'Mamão Com Mel' is a poetic exploration of love's simplicity and depth. The title itself, which translates to 'Papaya with Honey,' evokes a sense of sweetness and natural pleasure, setting the tone for the entire piece. The lyrics begin with a reflection on the innocence and naivety often associated with love, likening it to a child's perspective filled with 'maravilhas banais' or 'banal wonders.' This suggests that love, in its purest form, is both simple and profound, much like the uncomplicated joy of a child.

The song then transitions into a declaration of the singer's desire to love in every possible way. The repetition of the lines 'Eu quero amar você de todas as maneiras' and 'Por todos os caminhos que eu puder' emphasizes a boundless and all-encompassing love. This love is not limited to a single form or path but is instead a multifaceted experience that touches every aspect of life and pleasure. The imagery of 'sentir você e em todos os sentidos do prazer' further underscores the physical and emotional dimensions of this love, highlighting its intensity and completeness.

The chorus, with its exclamation 'Ah, que céu! Mamão com mel,' reinforces the theme of simple, yet profound joy. The comparison to 'papaya with honey' suggests that the best pleasures in life are often the simplest. The line 'E eu nem preciso asas pra voar' metaphorically conveys that love itself is a form of flight, a way to transcend ordinary existence without needing anything more than the feeling itself. The song concludes with a reaffirmation of the desire to 'amar, viver, sentir'—to love, live, and feel life fully with the beloved, encapsulating the essence of a love that is both deeply fulfilling and beautifully uncomplicated.