Raimundo Fagner Cândido Lopes (born in Orós, Ceará, October 13, 1949) is a … Read Full Bio ↴Raimundo Fagner Cândido Lopes (born in Orós, Ceará, October 13, 1949) is a Brazilian singer, composer, musician, actor and music producer. He is commonly known by the stage name Fagner.

The youngest of the five children of José Fares, Lebanese immigrant to Brazil, and Dona Francisca, Fagner was born in Fortaleza, the capital of the state of Ceará, although his birth was recorded in Orós.

At the age of five years he won a youth competition at a local radio station. As a teen, he formed vocal and instrumental groups and began to compose his own music. In 1968 he won the Festival de Música Popular do Ceará (Popular Music Festival of Ceará) with his song "Nada Sou" (I am Nothing).

In 1971 he moved to the capital Brasília, taking first place in the Festival de Música Popular do Centro de Estudos Universitários de Brasília (Popular Music Festival of the University Studies Center of Brasília) with his piece "Mucuripe" (with collaborator Belchior), which was later recorded by artist Elis Regina, and became Fagner's first notable success as a composer. He won prizes in other categories with additional pieces, as well.

He has had a distinguished career as a performer, singer, songwriter and composer for over 3 decades, and is also known for his collaborations with other MPB artists such as Caetano Veloso, Roberta Miranda, Chico Buarque and others.

Elizete
Fagner Lyrics

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Tu és a maravilha singular
Do lugar
O céu, a terra, o mar
És o lugar
Quem te ensinou a ser
O céu e o mar
A me guiar, e descansar
E trabalhando sei o meu lugar

O chão, o ar

O lugar

Overall Meaning

Fagner's song "Elizete" speaks about a singular wonder, a person who embodies the essence of their surroundings - the sky, the earth and the sea. The lyrics suggest that this person is an expert in their domain, having learnt to navigate the sky and sea with ease, and providing direction and rest to others. They have found their place in the world, as indicated by the phrases "trabalhando sei o meu lugar" ("I know my place through work") and "o chão, o ar / o lugar" ("the ground, the air / the place").

The song appears to be an ode to a person, most likely named Elizete, who has achieved a level of mastery in their craft. The repeated reference to "place" suggests that the person is not only well-versed in their chosen domain but also at peace with their surroundings, something that is conveyed through the tranquil melody of the song. It also implies that finding one's place in the world can bring a sense of calm and fulfillment.

Overall, "Elizete" is a song that celebrates individuality and skill, recognizing the unique strengths and contribution of a singular wonder in our midst.

Line by Line Meaning

Tu és a maravilha singular
You are the unique wonder

Do lugar
Of this place

O céu, a terra, o mar
The sky, the earth, the sea

És o lugar
You are the place

Quem te ensinou a ser
Who taught you to be

O céu e o mar
The sky and the sea

A me guiar, e descansar
To guide and comfort me

E trabalhando sei o meu lugar
And while working, I know my place

O chão, o ar
The ground, the air

O lugar
The place

Contributed by Allison A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.