eu só quero um xodó
Gilberto Gil & Rita Lee Lyrics

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Que falta eu sinto de um bem
Que falta me faz um xodó
Mas como eu não tenho ninguém
Eu levo a vida assim tão só

Eu só quero um amor
Que acabe o meu sofrer
Um xodó pra mim

Do meu jeito assim
Que alegre o meu viver (diga pretinha)

Que falta eu sinto de um bem
Que falta me faz um xodó
Mas como eu não tenho ninguém
Eu levo a vida assim tão só

Eu só quero um amor
Que acabe o meu sofrer
Um xodó pra mim
Do meu jeito assim
Que alegre o meu viver

Eu só quero um amor
Que acabe o meu sofrer
Um xodó pra mim

Do meu jeito assim
Que alegre o meu viver

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song “Eu só quero um xodó” by Gilberto Gil and Rita Lee express the longing for love and affection. The singer of the song feels a strong sense of lack and loneliness due to the absence of a significant other, and a craving for a loving relationship. The word "xodó" is a Portuguese term of endearment that can be translated to "darling" or "sweetheart." The use of this word in the chorus emphasizes the desire for a fulfilling romantic relationship.

The repeated phrase "Que falta eu sinto de um bem" (How much I miss a good thing) suggests a sense of yearning and frustration that results from living without companionship. Although the singer has not found someone with whom to share their life, they hold on to hope that there is a person out there who would make them happy. The line "Eu levo a vida assim tão só" (I live my life so alone) emphasizes the loneliness and isolation that comes with lacking a companion.

The last stanza strengthens the longing for love and affection in the singer's life. They express the desire for a partner who could ease their suffering, make them feel happy and loved. The final words "Que alegre o meu viver" (That brightens my life) reflect the ultimate goal of the singer, which is to find their true love and gain happiness in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Que falta eu sinto de um bem
I feel a lack of something good in my life.

Que falta me faz um xodó
I miss having someone special in my life.

Mas como eu não tenho ninguém
But since I don't have anyone,

Eu levo a vida assim tão só
I go through life feeling lonely.

Eu só quero um amor
All I want is love.

Que acabe o meu sofrer
Love that will end my suffering.

Um xodó pra mim
Someone special for me.

Do meu jeito assim
In my own way.

Que alegre o meu viver
To bring joy to my life.

(diga pretinha)
(say it, my dear)

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lucinete Ferreira, Jose Domingos De Moraes

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