Canção Do Metro Lyrics in English Os Quatro E Meia

Below, I translated the lyrics of the song Canção Do Metro by Os Quatro E Meia from Portuguese to English.
I'm on the subway singing
Few pay attention
Some seem to like it
Some tap their feet on the floor
Some just smile
Two others clap
When the song ends
Before going on
I thank them with a look
And I whisper to myself
Think hard, boy
What're you here for?
You could easily
Win
A contest on TV
Some start humming
A little bit of the chorus
Distracted, looking
To the other end of the car
Some just smile
The other two clap
When the song ends
Before going on
I close my eyes, take a breath
And I whisper to myself
Think hard, boy
What're you here for?
You could easily
Win
A contest on TV
Always the same ones smiling
Two others clap
Another song comes to an end
A gentleman leaves his seat
He comes close, wants to talk
And opens his arms to me
Think hard, boy
What're you here for?
You could easily
Win
A contest on TV
Think hard, boy
What're you here for?
You could easily
Win
A contest on TV
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SONG MEANING

“Canção Do Metro” captures the magical moment when a simple subway ride turns into an unexpected stage. The singer strums and hums while the train rattles along, noticing how commuters react: a few polite smiles, a couple of rhythmic foot taps, maybe even scattered applause. Between each verse, he whispers to himself, “Pensa bem, rapaz… Eras bem capaz de vencer um concurso na TV” – a gentle pep-talk that questions why he is limiting his talent to the underground when he might shine under bright studio lights.

At its heart, the song is a feel-good reminder to dream bigger without losing the joy of the present moment. It celebrates everyday artistry, the courage to share music in unlikely places, and the inner voice that nudges us toward our potential. Whether you are on a crowded train or a grand stage, your passion can light up the space – and maybe, just maybe, inspire someone else to believe in their own hidden talent too.

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