Lyrics & Translation
Discover the Brazilian pop-rock hit 'Vou Deixar' by Skank. This song invites listeners to explore themes of personal freedom, self-discovery, and embracing life's unpredictable journey. Through its catchy melody and introspective lyrics, 'Vou Deixar' offers a unique perspective on navigating life's challenges with a sense of surrender and hope, making it a great entry point to understanding the nuances of Brazilian music and its emotional depth.
Key Vocabulary
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vida /ˈvi.dɐ/ A1 |
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lugar /luˈɡaɾ/ A1 |
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tempo /ˈtẽ.pu/ A1 |
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noite /ˈnoj.tʃi/ A1 |
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direção /di.ɾeˈsɐ̃w̃/ B1 |
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estrela /iʃˈtɾe.lɐ/ A2 |
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solidao /so.li.də̃ˈw̃/ B2 |
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sorte /ˈsɔɾ.tʃi/ A2 |
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estrada /iʃˈtɾa.dɐ/ A2 |
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dia /ˈdʒi.ɐ/ A1 |
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coracao /ko.ɾɐˈsɐ̃w̃/ A2 |
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fim /ˈfĩ/ A1 |
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sol /ˈsɔw/ A1 |
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escolta /isˈkɔw.tɐ/ B2 |
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agradeço /ɐ.ɡɾɐ.deˈse/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Vou deixar a vida me levar
➔ Use of the verb "deixar" + infinitive to express "to let" or "to allow" someone to do something.
➔ "Deixar" functions as a modal-like verb, indicating permission or allowance.
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A qualquer hora posso estar de volta
➔ Use of "poder" + infinitive to express "can" or "may" in the present tense.
➔ "Poder" is a modal verb indicating possibility or ability.
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Não conte o tempo por nós dois
➔ Imperative form of "contar" in negative to advise not to count on something or someone.
➔ The phrase is in the imperative mood, used here as a suggestion or advice to not rely on a particular thing.
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Conheço bem a solidão
➔ Use of the verb "conhecer" in the present tense to state familiarity or experience with a subject.
➔ "Conhecer" means "to know" or "to be familiar with" and indicates personal experience or acquaintance.
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Até que o dia amanheça
➔ Use of the subjunctive mood "amanheça" after "até que" to express a future event or goal that is uncertain or dependent on time.
➔ The phrase expresses a time limit or goal, with "amanheça" in the subjunctive mood indicating uncertainty about the event.
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Vou me esquecer de mim
➔ Use of reflexive pronoun "me" with the verb "esquecer" to indicate forgetting oneself or losing self-awareness.
➔ "Esquecer" is a reflexive construction indicating the act of forgetting oneself.
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E deixa a noite terminar
➔ Imperative form of "deixar" + infinitive to express allowing or permitting an action.
➔ Using "deixar" in the imperative + infinitive to give permission or suggest allowing an action to proceed.
Album: Cosmotron
Same Singer

Esquecimento
Skank

Sutilmente
Skank

Amores Imperfeitos
Skank

Vou Deixar
Skank

Tanto
Skank

Dois Rios
Skank

Três Lados
Skank
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