Se Eu Soubesse (feat. Cali John)

Xuxu Bower's song "Se Eu Soubesse (feat. Cali John)" is a poignant exploration of grief, regret, and the longing for a second chance. The lyrics are a heartfelt expression of the pain and sorrow that come with losing someone dear. The repeated phrase "Se eu soubesse" (If I had known) underscores the theme of regret, as the narrator reflects on what they would have done differently if they had known their loved one was going to leave.

The song delves into the emotional turmoil of not having the opportunity to say goodbye. The narrator expresses a deep sense of loss and the struggle to find words to convey their feelings. This is evident in lines like "Palavras não chegariam pra eu te dizer tudo / Então eu fico mudo" (Words wouldn't be enough to tell you everything / So I stay silent). The silence represents the overwhelming nature of grief, where words often fail to capture the depth of one's emotions.

There is also a spiritual dimension to the song, as the narrator contemplates the possibility of an afterlife and the hope of being reunited with their loved one. The lyrics suggest that life is a test, and the experiences we go through are meant to teach us to value the blessings we have. This is reflected in the lines "Talvez a vida é só um teste pra nós aprendermos / Que nós temos que valorizar a bênção que temos / Até nós perdermos" (Maybe life is just a test for us to learn / That we have to value the blessings we have / Until we lose them).

The collaboration with Cali John adds another layer of depth to the song, as both artists bring their unique perspectives to the theme of loss and remembrance. The song ends on a note of hope and resilience, with a plea for guidance and protection from above. The final lines, "Vê se escreves uns versos aí na lua / E nos guie quando estivermos na rua" (See if you write some verses up there on the moon / And guide us when we're on the street), encapsulate the enduring connection between the living and the departed, and the hope that their memory will continue to inspire and guide those left behind.