Three years ago, in the capable hands of Latin Grammy award-winning producer Marco da Costa and Sandro Albert, Patricia began sifting through the catalogues of some of Brazil’s finest songwriters – revered masters like Buarque, Lee and Renato Motha and rising stars Keco Brandão and Elder Costa. She also chose one English language song, Ron Sexsmith’s “Never Give Up”, which features a guest performance by James Taylor sideman singer Arnold McCullers. Together, singer and producers came up with a wide-ranging repertoire that expresses Patricia’s goal to “…create a portrait of my life right at this moment”, a moment that promises a very successful international career. “Everything used to be so chic…”, sings Patricia on the Rita Lee-penned “Só De Você”. With Patricia Talem, it still is.
Never Give Up
Patricia Talem Lyrics
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I'm done with these
Of childish things
I've set them free
Filed them away in the past
Gave up on all that don't last
Save for just one thing
I'd never give up on you
Though they try to break us in two
Never give up on you
Whatever I do
Come early spring
I bailed on that
From apron strings
I freed my hands
And woke from the spell that cast
I kicked that habit at last
Oh, but I would stick by you
Wherever you lead me to
Never give up on you
The world may try to break us I two
I'd never give up on you, darlin'
Whatever they do
I'd never give up on you
Because I know you'd do the same for me
Never give up on you
Because you take me as I am
How I'll always be
When times are bad
When things go wrong
What makes you sad
Will make me strong
I'm keeping an eye on your tears
Sweeping up all this broken mirror
Our luck may not come through
But that's something that I'd never do
I'd never give up on you
Though they try to break us in two
Never give up on you, darlin'
Whatever I do
Never give up on you
The lyrics to Patricia Talem's song "Never Give Up" are about the unbreakable bond between two people who will never give up on each other, no matter what the world throws their way. The first verse talks about letting go of foolish dreams and childish things, and filing them away in the past, except for one thing - the person she loves. No matter what happens, she will never give up on this person. The chorus repeats this sentiment, with the added emphasis that the world may try to break them apart, but they will always stay together.
The second verse talks about how she freed herself from the confines of her upbringing, but she will never abandon the person she loves. She pledges to stick by them, no matter where they lead her. The bridge talks about how she will support this person through good times and bad, and how their tears will make her stronger. She vows to never give up on them, even if their luck turns sour.
Overall, the message of the song is that true love is unbreakable and will endure through all obstacles. The singer is willing to sacrifice anything and everything for her loved one and will never stop fighting for their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Of foolish dreams
I am done with my foolish dreams that I had in the past.
I'm done with these
I have moved on from my childish dreams and put them in the past.
Of childish things
I have grown up and left behind the childish things I used to think about.
I've set them free
I have let go of those things and moved on to better things.
Filed them away in the past
I have put my past behind me where it belongs.
Gave up on all that don't last
I have decided to let go of things that are temporary and will not work in the long run.
Save for just one thing
There is one thing that I will never give up on.
There's something that I'd never do
No matter what happens, I will never give up on this one thing.
I'd never give up on you
I will always be there for you and never give up on our relationship.
Though they try to break us in two
Even if others try to come between us or break us apart, I will never give up.
Whatever I do
No matter what I face, I will never stop loving and supporting you.
Come early spring
At the beginning of a new season (a new chapter in life).
I bailed on that
I let go of my old ways and habits that were holding me back.
From apron strings
I broke away from my dependence on my family.
I freed my hands
I stopped being held back and started taking control of my life.
And woke from the spell that cast
I became aware of the things that were holding me back and broke free from them.
I kicked that habit at last
I finally let go of that habit and moved on to better things.
Oh, but I would stick by you
I will always be by your side no matter what happens.
Wherever you lead me to
I will follow you and support you in all that you do.
The world may try to break us I two
Even if the world tries to come between us and break us apart, I will never give up on our relationship.
Never give up on you, darlin'
I will always be there for you and never give up on our relationship.
Because I know you'd do the same for me
I know that you would also be there for me and never give up on our relationship.
Because you take me as I am
You accept me for who I am, flaws and all.
How I'll always be
I will always be myself and never change for anyone.
When times are bad
When things get tough and life is hard.
When things go wrong
When everything seems to be falling apart.
What makes you sad
Whatever makes you upset or unhappy.
Will make me strong
I will use your struggles to make myself stronger and help you through the hard times.
I'm keeping an eye on your tears
I am aware of your pain and sadness and will be there for you.
Sweeping up all this broken mirror
I will help you pick up the pieces and move forward.
Our luck may not come through
Things may not always go our way, but I will never give up on our relationship.
Contributed by Alaina G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
BocaRiomel
Fantastic cuts in this album. Surely hope this is a giant for you. Love it.