Águas passadas (Netuno) (part. Joyce Alane)

In "Águas passadas (Netuno)", Ananda, featuring Joyce Alane, explores the themes of personal growth, change, and the bittersweet nature of moving on from past relationships. The song's title, which translates to "Past Waters (Neptune)", sets the tone for a reflective journey through the currents of life and love. The lyrics suggest that past experiences have shaped the narrator, yet they emphasize a transformation, indicating that they are no longer the person they once were. This metaphor of water, with its flowing and ever-changing nature, symbolizes the passage of time and the inevitability of change.

The song delves into the complexities of love and the realization that sometimes, despite deep feelings, individuals must part ways to pursue their own paths. The line "mar calmo nunca fez bom marinheiro" (a calm sea never made a good sailor) highlights the idea that challenges and turbulence are necessary for growth and self-discovery. The narrator acknowledges the love they still hold but chooses to "wake up" from the dream of a past relationship, seeking new experiences and personal development.

Ananda's lyrics also touch on the theme of self-reflection, as the narrator looks in the mirror and recognizes parts of their past partner within themselves. This introspection is a crucial part of the journey, as it allows for understanding and acceptance of what was, while also embracing the future. The song's repetition of the desire to "dive" into new experiences, contrasted with the partner's inability to "swim", underscores the divergence in their paths and the courage required to embrace change and the unknown.