Na Sua Estante

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Unseen Devotion: The Heartache of Being Overlooked

The song "Na Sua Estante" by Brazilian rock artist Pitty delves into the emotional turmoil of feeling invisible and unappreciated in a relationship. The lyrics express the pain of seeing a loved one make mistakes, especially when those mistakes hurt others. The protagonist seems to be speaking to someone who is leaving their life, perhaps a lover, and there's a sense of resignation mixed with a plea for some form of closure or at least a sign that the person leaving remembers their existence.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the protagonist's feeling of being overlooked despite always being present. It suggests a deep sense of longing for recognition and understanding that never came. The repeated lines "E não adianta nem me procurar / Em outros timbres, outros risos" translate to "And it's no use even looking for me / In other voices, other laughs," indicating that the protagonist's unique presence cannot be replaced or replicated, yet it was never truly valued by the other person.

The song also touches on themes of self-preservation and resilience. The lines "Dessa vez eu já vesti minha armadura" and "Eu estarei de pé, de queixo erguido" show the protagonist's determination to protect themselves and maintain their dignity despite the emotional pain. The final verse, which speaks of not wanting to see the person and abstaining from the 'dose' of them, suggests a decision to move on from the dependency and hurt, indicating a journey towards healing and self-recovery.

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  1. Private Idaho
  2. Fracasso
  3. Dê Um Rolê
  4. Anacrônico
  5. 8 Ou 80
  6. Te Conecta
  7. Na Sua Estante
  8. A Sombra
  9. Noite Inteira (part. Lazzo Matumbi)
  10. Memórias
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