Natal de Luz

In 'Natal de Luz,' Voices beautifully encapsulate the spiritual essence of Christmas, emphasizing the divine over the commercial. The song opens with a reflection on the joy, peace, love, and hope that Christmas brings, attributing these feelings to God's special presence on Earth. This divine presence is metaphorically described as 'presents of Christmas,' suggesting that the true gifts of the season are spiritual rather than material.

The lyrics then contrast the commercial aspects of Christmas—decorated shop windows and toys scattered on the floor—with the true meaning of the holiday. The city’s bright lights and festive distractions are said to divert attention from the 'true light,' which is Jesus. This metaphor of Jesus as the 'true light' underscores the song's message that the spiritual significance of Christmas often gets overshadowed by materialism.

The chorus reinforces this message, calling for the adoration of the 'boy God' across the Earth and celebrating the birth of the Savior. The repetition of 'É Natal, um Feliz Natal' (It's Christmas, a Merry Christmas) serves as a reminder to focus on the spiritual joy and glory of Jesus' birth. The song concludes with a powerful declaration that Jesus came to be the 'light of the nations,' awakening people to the true meaning of Christmas. The imagery of the 'bells of Bethlehem' further ties the song to the nativity story, grounding its message in the Christian tradition.

'Natal de Luz' by Voices is a heartfelt reminder to look beyond the commercial trappings of Christmas and to celebrate the birth of Jesus, the true light and Savior of the world.