Waters of March
Gilberto Getz Lyrics

É o pau, é a pedra, é o fim do caminho
Life is full of obstacles and challenges, represented by the physical symbols of a stick and a stone, both of which can be found at the end of a path or road

É um resto de toco, é um pouco sozinho
Sometimes in life, we are left with very little, represented by a leftover tree stump, and we may feel lonely or isolated

É um caco de vidro, é a vida, é o sol
Life can be fragile and easily shattered, like a piece of glass, but it is also full of light and hope, like the sun

É a noite, é a morte, é um laço, é o anzol
Life has its dark moments, like the night and death, as well as its ways of trapping us, like a noose or a fishing hook

É peroba no campo, é o nó da madeira
Nature is filled with beauty, represented by the Brazilian cherry tree, and also with the complexities and roughness of life, represented by knots in wood

Caingá candeia, é o matita-pereira
These are names of Brazilian plants, which may represent the diversity and richness of life

É madeira de vento, tombo da ribanceira
Things can be unpredictable and may not always be reliable, represented by the weakness of wind-damaged wood and the danger of falling down a riverbank

É o mistério profundo, é o queira ou não queira
Life is full of mysteries and things that we may not understand or may not want to face

É o vento vetando, é o fim da ladeira
Life can be full of barriers and setbacks, represented by the wind blocking our path and the end of a steep hill

É a viga, é o vão, festa da ciumeira
Things can be both strong and supportive, like a beam, but also empty and susceptible to jealousy or envy

É a chuva chovendo, é conversa ribeira
Sometimes life is simply rainy and full of mundane small talk, like a conversation by a stream

Das águas de março, é o fim da canseira
March represents the end of summer and the start of a new year in Brazil, and this time can be a source of relief or renewal after a period of fatigue or exhaustion

É o pé, é o chão, é a marcha estradeira
Life is a journey that we take step by step, represented by our feet on the ground and the long march ahead

Passarinho na mão, pedra de a tiradeira
These may represent the fleeting moments of joy and connection we experience in life, like holding a small bird, and the times when we must defend ourselves or be on the offensive, like using a slingshot

É uma ave no céu, é uma ave no chão
Birds can represent freedom and possibility, whether they are flying high or grounded on the earth

É um regato, é uma fonte, é um pedaço de pão
Life has its simple but essential pleasures, like a brook, a drinking fountain, and a piece of bread

É o fundo do poço, é o fim do caminho
There are moments in life where we may feel like we have hit rock bottom or reached the end of our path

No rosto um desgosto, é um pouco sozinho
These times of hardship or loss can bring sadness and a sense of isolation

É um estepe, é um prego, é uma conta, é um conto
Life is full of practical concerns and details, like a spare tire, a nail that needs to be removed, or financial obligations, as well as the power of imagination and storytelling

É um pingo pingando, é uma conta, é um ponto
These lines also represent the details and minutiae of daily life, with a dripping faucet, an account to be paid, and a simple dot or period

É um peixe, é um gesto, é uma prata brilhando
These lines represent the beauty and excitement of life, with a fish caught, a kind gesture, and the sparkling of silver

É a luz da manha, é o tijolo chegando
Life is full of new beginnings and new opportunities each day, represented by the morning light, as well as the steady progress and construction of building a home

É a lenha, é o dia, é o fim da picada
These lines represent the hard work and determination required to make a living, as well as the sense of satisfaction that comes from reaching the end of a difficult path

É a garrafa de cana, o estilhaço na estrada
Life can have its indulgences and pleasures, like a bottle of sugarcane liquor, but it can also hold unexpected dangers, like broken glass on a road

É o projeto da casa, é o corpo na cama
Life can be both practical and comforting, with the planning and construction of a home as well as the joys of rest and relaxation

É o carro enguiçado, é a lama, é a lama
Life can be frustrating and messy, with car troubles and wet, muddy conditions

É um passo, é uma ponte, é um sapo, é uma rã
These lines may represent the obstacles and leaps of faith we must take in life, as well as the unexpected surprises and changes that come along the way

É um resto de mato na luz da manhã
Nature holds untold mysteries and surprises, like a patch of wild growth in the morning light

São as águas de março fechando o verão
As mentioned before, March represents the end of summer and the start of a new year in Brazil, and the rainy waters of March serve as a metaphor for change and renewal

É a promessa de vida no teu coração
Despite the challenges and hardships of life, there is always the promise of hope and renewal, represented by the beating of our own hearts

É uma cobra, é um pau, é João, é José
These lines may represent the unpredictable and varied experiences we encounter in life, from dangerous situations (like encountering a snake) to everyday encounters with other people (like meeting someone named João or José)

É um espinho na mão, é um corte no pé
Life can be painful and full of injuries, both physical and emotional

É pau, é pedra, é o fim do caminho
The song ends with a repetition of its opening lines, emphasizing that life is full of challenges and obstacles that we must face, but also reminding us to keep going and never give up