Já Faz Tempo Não lhe Vejo

Trio Nordestino's song "Já Faz Tempo Não lhe Vejo" is a heartfelt narrative of longing, reunion, and the enduring nature of love. The lyrics express the deep yearning of the narrator, who has been separated from a loved one for a long time. The repeated phrase, "Já faz tempo, muito tempo, não lhe vejo" (It's been a long time, a very long time, since I've seen you), underscores the passage of time and the intensity of the desire to reconnect. The joy in discovering that the loved one is well is palpable, as the narrator repeatedly affirms, "Você está boa" (You are well).

The song also touches on the theme of resilience in the face of gossip and societal judgment. The lines, "Não ligue se falaram mal / Ou se disseram coisas da sua pessoa" (Don't mind if they spoke ill / Or said things about you), suggest that the loved one may have faced criticism or rumors. However, the narrator dismisses these concerns, emphasizing that if everyone were the same, life would be boring, and people would eventually tire of each other. This perspective highlights the importance of individuality and the strength of their bond despite external negativity.

In the latter part of the song, the narrator reflects on the pain of waiting and the uncertainty of whether their old love still exists. The arrival of the loved one at a moment of deep sadness and suffering is portrayed as a moment of salvation. The lines, "Você chegou meu bem agora / Bem na hora da tristeza / Quando eu padecia" (You arrived, my dear, now / Right at the moment of sadness / When I was suffering), convey a sense of relief and the healing power of love. This reunion is not just a meeting of two people but a profound emotional rescue, reaffirming the enduring nature of their love.