3 X 4

The song "3 X 4" by Engenheiros do Hawaii, a Brazilian rock band known for their thought-provoking lyrics, delves into the complexities of love and acceptance. The lyrics speak to the idea of loving someone not despite their flaws, but because of them. The opening lines, 'Diga a verdade / Ao menos uma vez na vida / Você se apaixonou / Pelos meus erros,' translate to 'Tell the truth / At least once in life / You fell in love / With my mistakes,' suggesting a plea for honesty and recognition that imperfections can be endearing.

The song continues to explore the theme of unconditional love and the acceptance of one's true self. The lines 'Somos o que há de melhor / Somos o que dá pra fazer / O que não dá pra evitar / E não se pode escolher' convey a sense of inevitability in love and in being who we are. It implies that the best of what they can offer to each other is their authentic selves, which includes their flaws and mistakes. This is something that cannot be avoided or chosen; it simply is.

The metaphor of engraving one's image on metal skin in the lyrics 'Eu gravaria no metal da minha pele / O teu desenho' signifies a permanent and indelible mark of love. The song concludes with a powerful image of a light that does not cast a shadow, symbolizing a pure and unblemished love that accepts all, without hiding anything in the shadows. "3 X 4" is a poetic reflection on the depth of love and the beauty of embracing the imperfections within ourselves and those we care for.