Sorri, Sou Rei – Bilingual Lyrics Portuguese/English
Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a journey of cultural discovery, and "Sorri, Sou Rei" by Natiruts is a perfect starting point for exploring Brazilian Portuguese. The song's clear, repetitive chorus beautifully illustrates the contrast between past and present tenses ('foi' vs 'voltou', 'chorei' vs 'sorri'), making it easy to grasp fundamental grammar. What makes this song special is its universal message of love and joy, wrapped in the warm and positive vibrations of Brazilian reggae, offering an uplifting and encouraging learning experience.
Key Vocabulary
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esperança /espeˈɾɐ̃sɐ/ B1 |
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amor /aˈmoʁ/ A1 |
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vida /ˈvida/ A1 |
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sorrir /soˈʁiʁ/ A2 |
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coração /koɾaˈsɐ̃w/ B1 |
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dançar /dɐ̃ˈsaʁ/ A2 |
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sonho /ˈsoɲu/ A2 |
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paixão /pajˈsɐ̃w/ B2 |
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flor /floʁ/ A1 |
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promessa /pɾoˈmɛsɐ/ B1 |
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vibrar /viˈbɾaʁ/ B1 |
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luz /luʊz/ A1 |
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sinto /ˈsĩtu/ A2 |
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cansado /kɐ̃ˈzadʊ/ A2 |
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universo /uniˈveʁzu/ B2 |
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história /isˈtɔʁiɐ/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Quando a esperança de uma noite de amor
➔ Use of 'Quando' to indicate a time clause.
➔ The word "Quando" introduces a condition or time frame for the action.
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É bobagem, é melhor deixar pra trás
➔ Use of 'é melhor' to express preference.
➔ The phrase "é melhor" indicates a suggestion or recommendation.
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Sinto a noite, penso em você
➔ Use of present tense to express current feelings.
➔ The phrase "Sinto a noite" shows an ongoing emotional state.
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Quando você se foi chorei, chorei, chorei
➔ Use of past tense to describe a completed action.
➔ The repetition of "chorei" emphasizes the depth of emotion experienced.
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Saiba que o simples perfume de uma flor
➔ Use of imperative mood to give advice.
➔ The phrase "Saiba que" is a way to inform someone about something important.
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Diga que me adora
➔ Use of subjunctive mood to express desire.
➔ The phrase "Diga que" indicates a wish for someone to express their feelings.
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Que é pra chama não desencantar
➔ Use of 'é pra' to indicate purpose.
➔ The phrase "é pra" shows the intention behind an action.
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