Ilex Paraguariensis
Humberto Gessinger
Yerba Mate
Today I woke up earlier
Had mate alone
I searched the night in my memory... searched in vain
Today I woke up lighter (didn't even read the newspaper)
Everything must be on hold... nothing should weigh
I've lived so much, I have so much to live
I'm in the middle of the road and no defeat will overcome me
Today I woke up free: I owe nothing to anyone
There's nothing holding me back
It was still night, I waited for the day to break
Like someone heating water without letting it boil
Today I woke up, now I know how to live in the dark
Until the flame ignites
Green... hot... herb... womb... inside... entrails
Bitter mate deep into the night strange road
They never went easy on me, no (better that way)
I'm not up for making deals (get lost)
If they think my hands are empty and cold (better that way)
If they think my hands are tied (surprise)
Hands and heart, free and warm: mate and lightness
Hands and heart, free and warm: mate and lightness
... yerba mate...
... yerba mate...
