Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: sertanejo
Song Meaning of “Com Deus e a Vitrola” by Mococa & Paraíso
‘Com Deus e a Vitrola’ by Mococa & Paraíso is a bittersweet song about the ways life both uplifts and depletes us. The lyrics tell the story of a person who has lost and gained, grown and changed, lived and loved, all by the grace of God.
The title of the song is symbolic of time itself, with God as the authoritative presence playing the role of the ‘vitrola’ (gramophone). The protagonist is desperate to turn the vitrola, and thus time, back to the days with those they love. This illustrates the feelings of helplessness that follow loss, and the desire to go back to better times.
The somber yet hopeful tone of the lyrics—paired with soft rhythms and acoustic guitar—exemplifies the reality of life: a blend of joy and sorrow. The narrator acknowledges that life is a balance between the beauty of life and its inevitable suffering. They attempt to numb the pain through joyous living, by embracing the sweetness of life and relishing in moments of connection.
Ultimately, the song serves as a reminder that even in life’s harshest moments, faith in God and love of the good times that we used to share can bring us back to a place of peace and solace. With God and the vitrola of time, we can find joy and hope in the worst of times.