Medo de Amar N° 3

Adriana Calcanhotto's 'Medo de Amar N° 3' is a poignant exploration of the complexities of love and the fears that often accompany it. The song's lyrics present a dialogue of sorts, where one person accuses the other of various negative traits, from being frightening and deviant to being brutish and aimless. However, the chorus reveals a deeper insight: the accuser does not actually fear the person they are criticizing, but rather the love they feel for them. This twist suggests that the harsh words are a defense mechanism to avoid confronting their own vulnerability and the potential pain that comes with loving someone.

The repeated lines in the chorus, 'Você não tem medo de mim' (You are not afraid of me), followed by 'Você tem medo é do amor' (You are afraid of love), emphasize the central theme of the song: the fear of love itself. The song suggests that it is easier to blame the other person and find fault in them than to admit to the fear of being hurt or the fear of the intensity of one's own feelings. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of self-fear, the fear of one's own desires and the implications of giving in to them.

Adriana Calcanhotto, a Brazilian singer-songwriter known for her poetic lyrics and soft, melodic voice, often delves into themes of love, desire, and emotional complexity in her music. 'Medo de Amar N° 3' is a reflection of her ability to capture the nuances of human emotions and the inner conflicts that arise in relationships. The song resonates with anyone who has ever felt the trepidation of opening up to love and the internal struggle between the desire to connect and the instinct to protect oneself from potential heartache.