Lado Lunar

Rui Veloso's song 'Lado Lunar' delves into the complexities of love and human nature, urging a deeper connection beyond superficial happiness. The lyrics begin with a plea to not be shown the 'happy side' of the person, as the light and smiles can be deceiving. Veloso suggests that true understanding and love come from acknowledging the darker, more hidden aspects of one's personality, which he metaphorically refers to as the 'lunar side.' This side represents the flaws, fears, and vulnerabilities that everyone possesses but often hides.

The song emphasizes that every soul has a 'black face,' a side that is not exempt from the rule of having imperfections. Veloso uses the term 'lunar side' as a euphemism to soften the harshness of this reality. He expresses a desire to see the 'dark side,' the 'secret tunnel,' and the 'hidden chest' filled with dust of dreams and ruins of love. This imagery paints a picture of the hidden, often painful experiences that shape a person. By loving someone for their 'dark side,' Veloso believes that the love will be more genuine and resilient, 'bulletproof' and 'proof against everything.'

The song concludes with a call to reveal the 'reverse of the soul,' suggesting that true intimacy and love are built on understanding and accepting the entirety of a person, including their flaws. Veloso's lyrics challenge the listener to look beyond the facade of happiness and embrace the complete, often messy, reality of human nature. This deeper connection, he argues, is what makes love enduring and real, even in the darkness.