Lyrics & Translation
Immerse yourself in the heartfelt emotions of "Como Tu" by Bárbara Bandeira and Ivandro, a poignant Portuguese pop ballad about love, loss, and acceptance. This song is a fantastic way to engage with the Portuguese language, offering rich lyrical content that explores universal themes of heartache and moving on, making it a special piece for language learners and music lovers alike. Its relatable message and beautiful melodies provide an authentic listening experience that will deepen your appreciation for Portuguese music and culture.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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futuro /fuˈtuɾu/ A2 |
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coração /kɐɾiˈsɐ̃w/ or /koˈɾɐsɐ̃w/ B1 |
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riscar /ʁiˈskaɾ/ B2 |
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amigo /aˈmiɣu/ A2 |
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vida /ˈviðɐ/ A2 |
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sentir /sẽˈtiɾ/ B1 |
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saudade /sawˈdað(ɨ)/ C1 |
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lindo /ˈlĩ.du/ (PT) A2 |
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partido /paɾˈtiðu/ B1 |
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querer /keˈɾeɾ/ B2 |
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encontro /ẽˈkõntɾu/ B1 |
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mistério /misˈtiɾiu/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Já não faz sentido
➔ Adverbial negation with 'não' + verb conjugation 'fazer' in the 3rd person singular present indicative.
➔ The phrase utilizes "não" to negate the verb "fazer", expressing that something "does not make sense" or "doesn't have meaning."
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Não vejo um futuro contigo
➔ Negation with "Não" + First person singular present indicative of "ver" (to see) + indefinite article "um" + noun "futuro" + preposition "com" + personal pronoun "contigo".
➔ This sentence expresses a lack of vision or perspective on a future with the other person. "Contigo" means "with you".
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O meu coração 'tá partido
➔ Definite article 'O' + possessive pronoun 'meu' + noun 'coração' + contracted form of 'está' ('tá) + past participle of verb 'partir' (partido).
➔ This sentence expresses a state of emotional distress, indicating that the speaker's heart is broken. 'Partido' is used as an adjective to describe the condition of the heart.
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Vai encontrar alguém como tu
➔ Future construction using "ir" + infinitive "encontrar" (to find) + indefinite pronoun "alguém" (someone) + comparative phrase "como tu" (like you).
➔ This sentence implies that the person addressed will find someone similar to the speaker in the future. It suggests a resignation or acceptance of the end of the relationship.
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Pode nem resultar, mas sei que és tu que eu quero
➔ Modal verb 'pode' (can/may) + adverb 'nem' (not even) + verb 'resultar' (to work out) + conjunction 'mas' (but) + verb 'sei' (I know) + conjunction 'que' (that) + pronoun 'és' (you are) + pronoun 'tu' + relative pronoun 'que' + pronoun 'eu' (I) + verb 'quero' (I want).
➔ This sentence showcases a contrast between uncertainty and a strong desire. Even though it might not work out, the speaker knows that the addressee is who they want.
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Foste embora, mas tu levaste um bocado de mim
➔ Past tense of the verb 'ir' (to go) - 'Foste' + adverb 'embora' (away) + conjunction 'mas' (but) + pronoun 'tu' (you) + past tense of the verb 'levar' (to take) - 'levaste' + indefinite article 'um' (a) + noun 'bocado' (bit) + preposition 'de' (of) + pronoun 'mim' (me).
➔ This sentence expresses the feeling of loss after a separation. Even though the person left, they took a part of the speaker with them.
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Como é que é suposto um gajo equilibrar-se assim?
➔ Adverb 'Como' (How) + auxiliary verb 'é' (is) + conjunction 'que' (that) + verb 'ser' (to be) in the past participle 'suposto' (supposed) + Indefinite article 'um' (a) + noun 'gajo' (guy) + reflexive verb 'equilibrar-se' (to balance oneself) + adverb 'assim' (like this)?
➔ This is a rhetorical question expressing how is someone supposed to maintain balance or composure in such a situation. The use of "gajo" is informal.
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Meu corpo é dose de caos nas tuas calças
➔ Possessive pronoun 'Meu' (my) + noun 'corpo' (body) + verb 'é' (is) + noun 'dose' (dose) + preposition 'de' (of) + noun 'caos' (chaos) + preposition 'nas' (in the - contraction of 'em' + 'as') + possessive pronoun 'tuas' (your) + noun 'calças' (pants).
➔ This is a figurative sentence expressing that the speaker's body is a source of intense excitement or disturbance (chaos) for the person they are addressing. It is a provocative and sensual statement.
Same Singer

Mais
Bárbara Bandeira

Não Gosta
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Bárbara Bandeira, WIU

Flores
Bárbara Bandeira, EU.CLIDES

Como Tu
Bárbara Bandeira, Ivandro

A Última Carta
Bárbara Bandeira

E Se Eu
Bárbara Bandeira

Friendzone
Bárbara Bandeira

Como Eu
Bárbara Bandeira

Nós os Dois
Bárbara Bandeira

Cidade
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Onde Vais
Bárbara Bandeira, Carminho

Como Tu
Bárbara Bandeira, Ivandro

Como Eu
Bárbara Bandeira

Finda
Bárbara Bandeira

Carro
Bárbara Bandeira, Dillaz

Cristaliza
Bárbara Bandeira
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