Lyrics & Translation
Discover the emotional depth of Rui Veloso's classic Portuguese rock song, "Não há estrelas no céu." Through its poignant lyrics and melancholic melody, the song offers a relatable exploration of youth, isolation, and the universal search for hope, making it a timeless piece that continues to connect with audiences.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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estrela /esˈtɛlɾɐ/ B1 |
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céu /se.u/ A2 |
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caminho /kɐˈmi.ɲu/ B1 |
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amigo /ɐˈmi.ɣu/ A2 |
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vida /ˈvi.ðɐ/ A2 |
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sol /sɔw/ A2 |
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inverno /i.nˈvɛɾ.nu/ B1 |
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futuro /fuˈtu.ɾu/ B1 |
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roca /ˈʁɔ.kɐ/ B2 |
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alarme /aˈlaʁ.mɨ/ B2 |
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coração /kɐ.ɾɐˈsɐ̃w/ B1 |
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chave /ˈʃa.vɨ/ A2 |
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porta /ˈpɔɾ.tɐ/ A2 |
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futebol /futʃiˈbɔl/ A2 |
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festa /ˈfɛʃ.tɐ/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Não há estrelas no céu a dourar o meu caminho
➔ Infinitive clause of purpose ('a dourar')
➔ The phrase "a dourar o meu caminho" uses the infinitive verb "dourar" (to gild) preceded by the preposition "a", indicating the purpose or intention of the stars (or lack thereof). It explains why there are no stars in the sky, which is, to light up his way.
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Por mais amigos que tenha, sinto-me sempre sozinho
➔ Subjunctive mood with 'por mais que' (even if/no matter how)
➔ 'Por mais amigos que tenha' uses the subjunctive 'tenha' after 'por mais que' to express a concession. It means "Even if I have many friends...", or "No matter how many friends I have...".
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Tão depressa o sol brilha como a seguir está a chover
➔ Adverbial phrase of time (tão...como...)
➔ The structure "tão depressa... como" is used to express a quick change, a simultaneous occurrence. It highlights the brevity and unpredictability of happiness.
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Parece que o mundo inteiro se uniu pr'a me tramar
➔ Informal contraction "pr'a"
➔ "pr'a" is a contraction of "para a", commonly used in informal speech. It's a shortened way to say "to the" or "for the". This shows a colloquial element to the lyrics.
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Tudo à volta é tão feio, só me apetece fugir
➔ Impersonal verb 'apetecer' (to feel like)
➔ "Só me apetece fugir" uses the verb "apetecer" in an impersonal way. It doesn't directly translate to "I want to escape," but rather "It only pleases me to escape," or "I only feel like escaping."
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Ser jovem não é um posto
➔ Idiomatic expression
➔ The idiom "não é um posto" (is not a position/easy task/privilege) conveys the idea that being young isn't always easy or advantageous.
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Não vês como isto é duro, ser jovem não é um posto
➔ Embedded question (how + adjective)
➔ The phrase "como isto é duro" is an embedded question expressing how difficult something is. It is not a direct question but a statement implying a question.
Album: O Melhor de Rui Veloso
Same Singer

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Per7ume, Rui Veloso

Avião de Papel
Carolina Deslandes, Rui Veloso

Não há estrelas no céu
Rui Veloso

Avião De Papel
Carolina Deslandes, Rui Veloso
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