Armando Antônio Silveira da Silveira (Porto Alegre, January 22, 1970), bett… Read Full Bio ↴Armando Antônio Silveira da Silveira (Porto Alegre, January 22, 1970), better known by his stage name Armandinho, is a Brazilian reggae and pop singer and songwriter.

His first studio album, Armandinho, was released in 2002 and received the gold record for selling over 100,000 copies. In early 2003, the singer participated for the first time in the Planet Atlantis festival. In 2004, he released his second album, Casinha, bringing the smash hit "Desenho de Deus". 2006 is marked by the release of his first live CD and DVD, entitled Armandinho: Ao Vivo, his first album by Universal Music. The album features the live version of the song "Desenho de Deus", which became one of the songs most played by Brazilian radio stations that year, leading the artist to gain national recognition. In 2007, their third studio album, Seed, was released. In 2009, Armandinho left Universal Music and, through his newly created label, Alba Music, released a fully independent CD titled Armandinho - Vol. 5. During 2011 Armandinho performed in Brazil, United States, Uruguay, Peru and Argentina, which resulted in the recording of the Armandinho: Live DVD in Buenos Aires, released in December 2012 in several Latin American countries. Still in 2012, Armandinho released the single "Sol Loiro" and in 2013 "A Ilha", both making a big hit on the radio. Still in 2013, the album Sol Loiro was released in Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina and Portugal, accompanied by a tour with packed shows. In July 2015, Armandinho released on the radio and on the internet the song "Qual que é? (Um tempo pra sonhar)".

Some of his hit songs are "Desenho de Deus", "Semente", "Analua", "Ursinho de Dormir", "Outra noite que se vai", "Sol Loiro" and "A Ilha". Currently Armandinho lives in Praia Brava, in Itajaí, where he is known and much loved by the locals. The singer and songwriter is also a surfer, which according to him is one of the reasons that made him live on the coast and not in the downtown.

Balanço da Rede
Armandinho Lyrics

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É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vo plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vou plantar uma semente

Da erva doce da paz

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vou plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

Rato de praia
Enquanto o tempo passa eu fico aqui olhando para o céu
Como uma abelha
Que faz um zum na orelha pois cansou de fabricar o mel
E eu gosto de ficar no sol viajando com você
E eu gosto de ficar depois do almoço sem ter o que fazer

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vou plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vou plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

Rato de praia
Enquanto o tempo passa eu fico aqui olhando para o céu
Como uma abelha
Que faz um zum na orelha pois cansou de fabricar o mel
E eu gosto de ficar no sol viajando com você
E eu gosto de ficar depois do almoço sem ter o que fazer

Mamãe falou, menino vai
Se cochilou, cachimbo cai
Mamãe falou, menino vai
Se cochilou ô ô, cachimbo cai
Mamãe falou, menino vai
Se cochilou, cachimbo cai
Mamãe falou, menino vai
Se cochilou ô ô, cachimbo cai

E eu gosto de ficar no sol viajando com você
E eu gosto de ficar depois do almoço sem ter o que fazer

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar
Que eu vou plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

É no balanço da rede
É no balanço do mar

Que eu vou plantar uma semente
Da erva doce da paz

Overall Meaning

The song "Balanço da Rede" by Armandinho talks about the peace that can be found in the simplicity of life. The lyrics begin by describing how the singer will plant a seed of the "sweet herb of peace" while swinging in a hammock and being rocked by the sea. This implies that finding inner peace and contentment can come from taking a moment to appreciate the small things in life.

The song also describes a carefree and relaxed lifestyle, as the singer describes himself as a "beach rat" who likes to spend his days basking in the sun and enjoying the company of others. While the singer is content with this simple and relaxed lifestyle, he does not stay idle, instead choosing to plant a seed that represents the hope for a peaceful future.

At the end of the song, the lyrics mention the singer's mother telling him to go and warning that "if you fall asleep, the pipe will fall". This may represent the idea of staying vigilant and focused on what is important, and not getting too caught up in the carefree lifestyle described throughout the song.

Overall, "Balanço da Rede" is a song that portrays the importance of finding peace in the simple things in life, while also emphasizing the need to stay focused in order to achieve a better future.

Line by Line Meaning

É no balanço da rede
The act of swinging in a hammock represents a time to reflect and meditate

É no balanço do mar
The sound of the ocean waves creates a calming atmosphere

Que eu vou plantar uma semente
The singer will use this peaceful moment to plant a seed of positivity

Da erva doce da paz
The seed being planted is one of peacefulness and tranquility

Rato de praia
Speaker is a beach lover, spending lots of time there

Enquanto o tempo passa eu fico aqui olhando para o céu
While time passes slowly, the singer takes the opportunity to observe the sky and reflect

Como uma abelha
Like a bee, the singer is busy, but sometimes needs to take a break

Que faz um zum na orelha pois cansou de fabricar o mel
The bee taking a break buzzes in the artist's ear, symbolizing the need for rest and relaxation

E eu gosto de ficar no sol viajando com você
The artist enjoys spending time in the sun with a companion, possibly metaphorical for finding joy in life's simple moments

E eu gosto de ficar depois do almoço sem ter o que fazer
The artist enjoys quiet, uneventful moments

Mamãe falou, menino vai
This repeated line is a warning to the singer to be alert and stay focused

Se cochilou, cachimbo cai
If you fall asleep or let your guard down, you'll miss important things

Contributed by Bentley H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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