Saudade

In the song 'Saudade' by Alisson Santos, the artist reflects on a time when the church community was more united and less competitive. The word 'saudade' itself is a Portuguese term that conveys a deep emotional state of nostalgic longing for something or someone that one loves but is now absent. Santos uses this term to express his yearning for a past where there was no competition or comparison among believers, and everyone helped each other without judgment or rivalry.

The lyrics lament the current state of the church, where people are more concerned with who is singing or preaching rather than the act of worship itself. Santos criticizes the internal conflicts and competitions that have taken over, suggesting that these divisions are causing more harm than good. He points out that while believers are busy arguing and competing, they are losing the spiritual battle, with the devil metaphorically applauding their disunity.

Santos calls for a return to the core values of Christianity—compassion, unity, and mutual support. He emphasizes that the church should not be a place of judgment but a 'hospital' for healing and support. The repeated plea to 'stop talking about your brother' and 'extend a hand' underscores the need for solidarity and collective effort. The song concludes with a hopeful message that change is possible if everyone works together, reminding listeners that they were not born to compete but to unite and succeed as a community of faith.