Não Serei Capaz
Vanilda Bordieri
The Unyielding Devotion of a Worshiper
Vanilda Bordieri's song "Não Serei Capaz" is a heartfelt declaration of unwavering faith and devotion to God. The lyrics express a deep dependency on divine presence and love, portraying the singer's life as incomplete and unmanageable without God's guidance and essence. The repetition of phrases like "Não sirvo pra viver" (I am not fit to live) and "Não serei capaz de viver sem Te adorar" (I will not be able to live without worshiping You) underscores the central theme of the song: the indispensability of God's presence in the believer's life.
The song employs vivid metaphors to illustrate the singer's reliance on God. For instance, the line "Debaixo de Tuas asas, Deus, está todo o meu mundo" (Under Your wings, God, is my entire world) evokes a sense of protection and shelter, suggesting that the singer finds safety and completeness in God's embrace. The imagery of breathing in God's essence and the impossibility of living without it further emphasizes the intimate and vital connection between the worshiper and the divine.
Moreover, the song highlights the singer's resolute choice to worship God despite life's adversities. Lines like "Ainda que eu sofra, Deus, escolho Te adorar" (Even if I suffer, God, I choose to worship You) and "Mesmo sem amigos, escolho Te adorar" (Even without friends, I choose to worship You) reflect a steadfast commitment to faith. This unwavering devotion is portrayed as a source of strength and survival, especially in moments of darkness and despair. The song ultimately conveys a powerful message about the transformative and sustaining power of worship and faith in the believer's life.