O Que É Isso?

Vanilda Bordieri's song "O Que É Isso?" is a powerful anthem that celebrates uninhibited worship and the transformative power of faith. The lyrics recount various biblical stories where individuals express their gratitude and joy in ways that might seem unconventional or extravagant to onlookers. The song opens with the story of a man who was once crippled but is now healed, leaping and praising God in the temple. This act of exuberant worship is questioned by others, but the song explains that his joy is a natural response to the miraculous healing he has experienced.

The song continues with the story of a woman who anoints Jesus' feet with expensive perfume, an act that some deem unnecessary. However, the lyrics reveal that her act of worship is a profound expression of gratitude for the grace and forgiveness she has received. This theme of extravagant worship is further illustrated with the story of an elderly woman dancing and playing a tambourine, celebrating God's deliverance from their enemies. Despite her age, her joy and gratitude compel her to worship in a way that might seem inappropriate to some.

Finally, the song recounts the story of King David dancing in the streets as he brings the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem. His uninhibited worship is seen as undignified by some, but the song emphasizes that David understands the significance of God's presence and the hope it brings. Throughout the song, Bordieri encourages listeners to worship God freely and passionately, regardless of how it might be perceived by others. The repeated refrain, "Ninguém sabe o que Deus fez por mim" (No one knows what God has done for me), serves as a reminder that personal experiences of God's grace and miracles justify any form of worship.