Memories and Dreams

Steve Gabry's song 'Memories and Dreams' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of dealing with loss and the haunting presence of past memories. The lyrics, sung in Portuguese, paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the ghosts of their past, symbolized by the line 'Os fantasmas do passado sempre vão me acompanhar' (The ghosts of the past will always accompany me). This metaphor suggests that the memories of a lost loved one are ever-present, lingering in the background and affecting the person's present life.

The mask mentioned in the lyrics, 'Essa máscara esconde o que tento superar' (This mask hides what I try to overcome), represents the facade the person puts on to hide their true feelings. This mask is a common metaphor for the emotional barriers people create to protect themselves from further pain. The dreams that prevent the person from sleeping, 'Os sonhos que ando tendo não me deixam mais dormir' (The dreams I have been having no longer let me sleep), indicate a restless mind, constantly plagued by thoughts of the past and the person they have lost.

The recurring theme of emptiness and suffocation, 'Desde que você se foi, esse vazio me corrói' (Since you left, this emptiness corrodes me), highlights the profound impact of the loss. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and longing, as the person feels trapped in their grief, unable to move forward. The song's climax, 'Esses sonhos e memorias não vão parar até eu te encontrar' (These dreams and memories won't stop until I find you), suggests a relentless pursuit of closure or reunion, whether in reality or in dreams. Steve Gabry's poignant lyrics and emotive delivery make 'Memories and Dreams' a powerful exploration of the enduring pain of loss and the struggle to find peace.