Meu Aniversário
Nando Reis Lyrics

The lyrics of Nando Reis's "Meu Aniversário" express the pain and injustice that exist in life. The song expresses the lack of understanding of why life can be so unfair, and the difficulties of coping with loss. The singer acknowledges that he cannot pretend that the pain has gone away, but he hopes that one day it will end. He reflects on the absence of a loved one, likely his mother, and how much he misses them. He expresses gratitude for the love that he has for his mother, acknowledging that it is a part of him and that he wants her to know that on his birthday. The refrain "Mãe, o amor que eu tenho por você é seu" (Mother, the love I have for you is yours) is a testament to the enduring bond between mother and child, even in the face of loss.

The song not only speaks about personal loss but also touches on the universal theme of the inevitability of time passing. The inclusion of dates in the chorus, which are significant to the singer, highlights how a person's life can change and develop over time. The dates are significant birthdays of the singer (August 17, 1935, January 12, 1963, and June 19, 1989), with the latter date being the singer's 29th birthday. As time passes, the pain and memories of lost loved ones remain, and this song serves as a reminder of the need to cherish loved ones and live in the present.