Anjo inútil
Amália Rodrigues Lyrics


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Passou um anjo de rasto
Na selva da minha vida
O sangue dele nos cardos
Ainda hoje tem vida

Rasgou as asas na pele
De modo grave, mais além
Por esse amor que me teve
Amei-o como a ninguém!





Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Amália Rodrigues's song Anjo Inútil describe the presence of an angel in the singer's life. The angel's visit was fleeting and left a trace of his presence in the form of his blood still found on the thorns in the singer's life. The angel's descent was grave and deep, as indicated by his torn wings, which were a result of his love for the singer. The singer acknowledges the unique love that the angel had for her and reciprocates it, stating that she loves him like no one else.


The lyrics could be interpreted in different ways. One possible interpretation could be that the angel represents a love interest or individual that had a significant impact on the singer's life. The presence of the angel was brief, but it had a profound effect on the singer. Additionally, the angel's descent was not without consequence, as the angel's torn wings could represent the sacrifices made in the name of love. The blood left behind on the thorns could represent the pain and hurt that was endured during the passionate encounter. In conclusion, the lyrics describe a brief encounter with an angel, whose love for the singer was deep and transformative.


Line by Line Meaning

Passou um anjo de rasto
A fallen angel crossed my path


Na selva da minha vida
In the wilderness of my life


O sangue dele nos cardos
His blood stained the thorns


Ainda hoje tem vida
It still remains vivid


Rasgou as asas na pele
He tore his wings on my skin


De modo grave, mais além
Serious and deeply


Por esse amor que me teve
For the love he had for me


Amei-o como a ninguém!
I loved him like no one else!




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