Beija Flor Lyrics in English by João Gomes, Mestrinho, Jota.pê

Beija-flor literally translates to "flower-kisser," which is the beautiful Portuguese word for hummingbird. It's a charming and evocative term that paints a vivid picture of the bird's interaction with flowers.

In the song, the hummingbird is a central metaphor for someone who flies from

Have you ever felt scared to show your true self, to share your feelings, because you're afraid of being alone? That's exactly where our main character starts in João Gomes's "Beija Flor"! They're like a hummingbird, or "beija-flor" in Portuguese, flying "de flor em flor" [from flower to flower] without falling in love, keeping their true self "em segredo" [in secret]. They're worried about getting lost or being seen "do avesso" [inside out].

But guess what? This isn't a sad story! As the song goes on, our hummingbird starts to lose that fear. They realize that by learning to love, they can actually build a "ninho" [nest] and find someone to share their life with. The lyrics even talk about the joy of hearing "o choro do primeiro filho" [the cry of the first child]! It's a beautiful journey of finding courage, opening up, and discovering that love can make you whole. And the line "Seu beija-flor sou eu" [Your hummingbird is me] is just so sweet, showing a deep devotion and commitment!