Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: forro
Song Meaning of “Escravo do Amor – Ao Vivo” by Wesley Safadão
Escravo do Amor tells the story of a man so deeply in love, he’s enslaved by his own feelings and can’t seem to find any release. He’s stuck in a never-ending cycle of wanting more from the relationship – more love, more intimacy, more of everything. He’s constantly seeking reassurance and validation from his partner, but ultimately knows that it won’t be enough. He acknowledges that while he’s bound by his emotions, he’s also free to make his own choices and can choose to break away from the hold the relationship has on him. He’s willing to take the risk of saying goodbye and finally being able to breathe and move on. Despite the pain of letting go, he finds hope in looking to a future of love on his own terms. In the end, the song investigates the difficult reality of being a slave to love and takes a brave stance on breaking free.