Costura da vida

Sérgio Pererê's song 'Costura da Vida' delves into the complexities and intricacies of life, using the metaphor of sewing to illustrate the challenges of understanding and navigating one's existence. The repeated line 'Eu tentei compreender a costura da vida' (I tried to understand the stitching of life) sets the tone for the song, highlighting the artist's struggle to make sense of life's long and tangled threads. The imagery of a long thread that gets tangled ('a linha era muito comprida') symbolizes the overwhelming and often confusing nature of life's journey.

The song further explores different dimensions of existence through the metaphor of lines ('linhas'). In the 'linha do céu' (line of the sky), the artist sees himself as a star, suggesting a sense of aspiration and spiritual elevation. On the 'linha da terra' (line of the earth), he is a king, indicating a sense of control and mastery over his earthly life. However, in the 'linha das águas' (line of the waters), he feels sadness due to a fire he once extinguished, and in the 'linha do fogo' (line of the fire), he is sorrowful for the seas he never sailed. These lines represent different aspects of life—spiritual, earthly, emotional, and missed opportunities.

The recurring question 'Como é que eu vou fazer para desenrolar' (How am I going to untangle this?) underscores the ongoing struggle to make sense of life's complexities. The song captures the universal human experience of trying to find meaning and clarity amidst the chaos and challenges of life. Sérgio Pererê's poetic lyrics and evocative metaphors invite listeners to reflect on their own lives and the various 'lines' they navigate, making 'Costura da Vida' a deeply resonant and thought-provoking piece.