Wave
Tom Jobim/Gal Costa Lyrics
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Coisas que só o coração pode entender
Fundamental é mesmo o amor
É impossível ser feliz sozinho
O resto é mar, e tudo que eu não sei contar
São coisas lindas que eu tenho pra te dar
Vem de mansinho a brisa e me diz
Da primeira vez era a cidade
Da segunda o cais e a eternidade
Agora eu já sei, da onda que se ergueu no mar
E das estrelas que esquecemos de contar
O amor se deixa surpreender
Enquanto a noite vem nos envolver
Da primeira vez era a cidade
Da segunda o cais e a eternidade
Agora eu já sei, da onda que se ergueu no mar
E das estrelas que esquecemos de contar
O amor se deixa surpreender
Enquanto a noite vem nos envolver
In "Wave," Tom Jobim sings about the power of love to alleviate loneliness and connect two people in a powerful way. The song suggests that when two people come together and share a dream, their fundamental loneliness fades away. The chorus emphasizes this point, repeating the line "the fundamental loneliness goes whenever two can dream a dream together."
The first verse encourages the listener to close their eyes and be aware of the things their heart was meant to see. The song suggests that love allows people to see things they wouldn't be able to see on their own. The second verse reframes this idea somewhat, suggesting that even when we try to fight against love, it will ultimately prevail. The bridge links the themes of the song together, suggesting that love is like a wave that is coming towards the listener. Jobim encourages the listener to "catch the wave" and not be afraid to love.
Overall, "Wave" is a song about the transformative power of love that encourages listeners to embrace it and not be afraid to take risks.
Line by Line Meaning
So close your eyes
Take a moment of solace to appreciate life.
For that's a lovely way to be
It's a peaceful way to be with yourself and heal emotional wounds.
Aware of things your heart alone was meant to see
Be mindful of your thoughts and seek to live according to them.
The fundamental loneliness goes whenever two can dream a dream
Human beings feel connected and happy when they have someone with whom to share their dreams.
Together
Two people with shared dreams make a relationship that brings true happiness.
You can't deny, don't try to fight the rising sea
You cannot fight your emotions because they will rise and take control.
Don't fight the moon, the stars above, don't fight me
Do not fight destiny or the person you love.
When I saw you first, the time was half past three
Sometimes, love happens when you least expect it or when you are not looking for it.
When your eyes met mine it was eternity
Time stops and love begins when two people with an undeniable connection meet.
By now we know the wave is on it's way to be
We know love is coming and growing strongly.
Just catch the wave, don't be afraid of loving me
Do not be afraid of love, but embrace it fully and without reservation.
Together
Love is what keeps humanity bound together, and it’s the perfect way to live your life with your loved ones.
Lyrics © CORCOVADO MUSIC CORPORATION, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore
Written by: Antonio Carlos Jobim
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@toniperullesrull4916
13-08-2016
Vou te contar, os olhos já não podem ver
Coisas que só o coração pode entender
Fundamental é mesmo o amor
É impossível ser feliz sozinho
O resto é mar, e tudo que eu não sei contar
São coisas lindas que eu tenho pra te dar
Vem de mansinho a brisa e me diz
É impossível ser feliz sozinho
Da primeira vez era a cidade
Da segunda o cais e a eternidade
Agora eu já sei, da onda que se ergueu no mar
E das estrelas que esquecemos de contar
O amor se deixa surpreender
Enquanto a noite vem nos envolver
@ninafisher6067
They'll never be another Gal, heard her for the first time sitting on a mountaintop, overlooking. My husband and I fell in love with her voice, 1984, 85. ❤
@johnbeckett1401
Portuguese is not one of the languages I am learning, but, it is the best language for singing. I love hearing Portuguese lyrics. Jobim and Ivan Lins..... goooooood music.
@laudemar-A.B.6386
Relaxing, isn't it?
@CosimaPerrone
😢
@CosimaPerrone
Che dolcissima voce aveva ❤
@ricardomosquera3601
❤❤
@benjijss
Gran pérdida para la musica . Una voz celestial . Muy querida en Argentina !!!
@catholicdad
Perhaps the most beautiful song ever written.
@amezcarl
Eu sou do Mexico e acabo de me enterar que ela morreu. Uma parte do meu coracao morreu com voces. Abraco a tudo o Brasil 😪
@deisecristinasiqueli3779
Gracias!