Trem Bala Lyrics in English Ana Vilela

Below, I translated the lyrics of the song Trem Bala by Ana Vilela from Portuguese to English.
It's not about having
All the people in the world for yourself
It's about knowing
That somewhere
Someone watches over you
It's about singing and being able to hear
More than your own voice
It's about dancing
In the rain of life that falls on us
It's knowing how to feel infinite
In a universe so vast and beautiful
It's knowing how to dream
Then making it worthwhile
Every verse of that poem
About believing
It's not about arriving
At the top of the world
And knowing you won
It's about climbing
And feeling the journey strengthened you
It's about being a shelter
And also having a home in other hearts
And thus having friends with you
In every situation
We can't have everything
What fun would the world be if so?
That's why I prefer smiles
And the gifts life brought
Close to me
It's not about everything
That your money can buy
But about each moment
A smile to share
It's also not about
Racing against time
To always have more
Because when you least expect
Life's already behind
Hold your child in your arms
Smile and hug your parents
While they're here
Life's a bullet train, buddy
And we're just passengers about to leave
Laiá, laiá, laiá, laiá, laiá
Laiá, laiá, laiá, laiá, laiá
Hold your child in your arms
Smile and hug your parents
While they're here
Life's a bullet train, buddy
And we're just passengers about to leave
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SONG MEANING

“Trem Bala” is a heartfelt reminder that life is less about collecting trophies and more about savoring the journey. Ana Vilela invites us to trade the rush for “more” for simple joys: singing loud enough to hear others, dancing under life’s rain, and feeling endless in a vast, beautiful universe. The song paints rich images of climbing mountains not to boast at the summit, but to grow stronger with every step. It celebrates giving shelter to friends and finding a home in their hearts, proving that shared smiles outshine any pile of money.

The chorus delivers the main lesson: life is a bullet train speeding forward, and we are passengers ready to depart at any moment. So hold your child close, hug your parents while you can, and cherish every second before it slips away. “Trem Bala” turns everyday moments—laughter, dreams, human connection—into precious gifts, encouraging us to slow down, look around, and love fiercely while the ride lasts.

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