O amado

The song 'O amado' by Walmir Alencar is a spiritual ballad that reflects a journey of faith and devotion. The lyrics describe a personal pilgrimage towards a deeper connection with the divine, which in this context, is likely to be the Christian God, given the artist's background in religious music. The opening lines express a sense of surprise at how far the narrator has come on their spiritual journey, indicating that they have surpassed their own expectations in seeking a closer relationship with God.

The metaphor of planting and cultivating in a garden represents the narrator's commitment to nurturing their faith. Just as a seed requires care and sunlight to grow, the narrator has tended to their spiritual needs with life and light, resulting in a flourishing garden, which symbolizes a vibrant and alive faith. The mention of walking alongside God and finding shelter in His 'sacred heart' suggests a realization of God's constant presence and a feeling of safety within this divine companionship.

The chorus emphasizes the transformative power of this spiritual connection. The narrator's soul yearns to be close to God, and they acknowledge that they no longer belong to themselves but to God. The journey has been challenging, but the love of God has been the driving force. The repetition of 'trago em mim teu amor' (I carry your love in me) reinforces the profound impact of this love on the narrator's identity. The final line, 'Sou do Amado meu e o meu Amado é meu' (I am my Beloved's and my Beloved is mine), is a declaration of mutual belonging and echoes the language of the Song of Solomon, a biblical book that often uses the metaphor of romantic love to describe the relationship between God and His people.