Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: sertanejo
Song Meaning of “Pé de Pano” by Trio Alto Astral
“Pé de Pano” tells the story of a relationship that is out of balance. It speaks of a person feeling neglected, unable to be heard or understood by their loved one or, as the lyrics put it, “losing the strength to stay and climb on the sail again” on the tumultuous sea of love. The lyrics go further in metaphorizing their love as a boat that is in need of repairs, and of a desire to be able to make things right so they can journey forward together. Perhaps what is most striking in the song is the way the protagonist resigns to the possibility of their love falling apart, lamenting that “now there isn’t anyone left in the sea to rescue” their faltering relationship. The song is a quiet, aching plea for understanding, for a chance to heal and repair their love so they can continue to navigate together the highs and lows of life.