Pra Ser Sincero Lyrics in English by Marisa Monte
Telhado literally translates to "roof". While seemingly simple, it's an interesting choice in this song because it's not a common word in romantic lyrics.
In "Pra Ser Sincero," Marisa Monte sings, "E só ao seu lado, Seu telhado, Me faz feliz de novo" (And only by your side, Your roof, Makes me happy again). Here, "seu telhado" symbolizes the comfort, security, and home that the loved one provides, making it a beautiful metaphor for finding solace and happiness in their presence.
Marisa Monte's "Pra Ser Sincero" is such a beautiful song about realizing what you had, and truly appreciating what you have now. The singer looks back, saying, "Eu era tão feliz e não sabia, amor" [I was so happy and didn't know it, love]. It's that feeling of hindsight, right? They admit to past pain, but also to a time when they were so caught up in fantasy that it didn't even seem to cause harm.
But then, everything changes! The song shifts to a present filled with so much love. "E agora é tanto amor" [And now it's so much love] – it's a powerful declaration. The singer wants to be embraced just like before, and expresses deep adoration, wanting their loved one to come along wherever they go. It's about finding true happiness and a sense of belonging, feeling safe and complete "só ao seu lado, seu telhado me faz feliz de novo" [only by your side, your roof makes me happy again]. The future is bright, with the belief that "tudo vai entrar no jeito certo de nós dois" [everything will fall into the right way for us two]. And to be truly honest? "Meu remédio é te amar, te amar" [My remedy is to love you, to love you]. It's a sweet, simple, and profound statement of love being the ultimate cure.
