Learn Portuguese With Melim with these 21 Song Recommendations (Full Translations Included!)

Melim
LF Content Team | Updated on 2 February 2023
Learning Portuguese with Melim's music is fun, engaging, and includes a cultural aspect that is often missing from other language learning methods. It is also great way to supplement your learning and stay motivated to keep learning Portuguese!
Below are 21 song recommendations by Melim to get you started! Alongside each recommendation, you will find a snippet of the lyric translations with links to the full lyric translations and lessons for each of the songs!
CONTENTS SUMMARY
Mapa (Map)
Pede o relógio pra parar
Será que dá pro tempo desacelerar?
'Tô rodando a cidade, em becos e bares
A te procurar
Ask the clock to stop
Can time slow down?
I'm roaming the city, through alleys and bars
Looking for you

Have you ever wanted to throw your GPS away and let someone’s smile guide you instead? That is the vibe of “Mapa.” Melim and Vitor Kley turn love into a road trip where time should “desacelerar” so every stolen kiss and sun-soaked touch can last longer. The singers search alleyways, bars, and beaches for a love so intense it might fade a tattoo. Each stop on the journey—whether in trendy Savassi, artsy Vila Madalena, or iconic Ipanema—feels like a new page on a treasure map whose X is the other person’s heart.

The chorus, “Pelo seu mapa eu vou,” is a promise to follow the loved one anywhere. From Floripa’s waves to Recife’s rhythms, Brasília’s sky to hidden Icaraíva, the song paints Brazil as a playground for affection. Every detail, from a pair of Nike Air sneakers to wind-tossed hair, becomes a landmark worth memorizing. “Mapa” celebrates wandering with purpose: you might get lost in the city lights, but you always find yourself in someone’s arms, knowing that love is both the journey and the perfect destination.

Asas (Wings)
Você mandou embora o desespero
E trouxe de volta pro meu peito
Sentimentos que eu nem sentia mais
Que paz, que paz
You sent despair away
And brought back into my chest
Feelings I didn't even feel anymore
What peace, what peace

"Asas" (Portuguese for “Wings”) is a radiant love anthem where Melim and DUDA BEAT celebrate the kind of relationship that lifts you up and chases every shadow away. The singers describe a partner who banishes despair and replaces it with long-lost feelings, giving their heart literal wings. Whenever loneliness creeps in, all it takes is a tight embrace from this person⁠—their safe harbor, their compass in every direction⁠—to feel whole again.

The lyrics paint love as both gentle and boundless: if love is water, this partner is an endless sea. They share the same tastes, trade effortless smiles, and wear happiness so visibly that “nothing can pay” for it. "Asas" reminds us that true love doesn’t just comfort; it energizes, guides, and lets us soar far beyond the limits we once knew.

Voa Voa (Fly Fly)
Eu quero ser o teu sol da manhã
Pra todo dia te ver acordar
Antes do desperador
Ser teu beija-flor na janela
I wanna be your morning sun
To see you wake up every day
Before the alarm clock
Be your hummingbird at the window

Feel the sunrise on your eyelids and the flutter of a hummingbird by your window. “Voa Voa” paints a picture of someone who wants to be every gentle delight in their lover’s day: the morning sun, a cup of mint tea, a sea-breeze memory, even the hammock that rocks them into calm. The lyrics celebrate spontaneous adventure ("pack your bags, let’s just go!") while wrapping it all in warm, beach-side affection.

Freedom and devotion dance together here. The repeated call, “voa, voa” (“fly, fly”), invites the beloved to roam as they wish, knowing the singer will patiently wait, collecting the lingering “perfume” of each visit. Every new dawn, without a single word, love is quietly reaffirmed. Melim turns everyday moments into musical confetti, reminding us that true affection gives wings and a soft place to land.

Borboleta (Butterfly)
Achei meu futuro
No fundo dos olhos teus
Faça sol ou dilúvio
Tudo muda mas não muda tu e eu
I found my future
Deep in your eyes
Whether it's sun or a flood
Everything changes but you and I don't

Imagine a butterfly fluttering into a garden of dry leaves and, with a single touch, turning everything into spring. That is the feeling Melim captures in “Borboleta.” The singer finds their future in a loved one’s eyes and declares that, come sunshine or storm, nothing can shake the bond they share. Like a butterfly that belongs to nature, their love brings color and life wherever it lands, transforming everyday moments into blooming seasons.

The lyrics celebrate a relationship built on freedom and commitment. “A gente é livre pra ir, só que não vai” (We are free to go, yet we stay) reveals lovers who could wander away but choose each other again and again. They promise to nurture themselves and the partnership, letting the passing years plant deep roots rather than rush by. Playful, warm, and hopeful, “Borboleta” is a reminder that true love is both gentle and powerful – it starts in an instant and, like a butterfly residing in your heart, never really ends.

Nova Bad
Deixou a minha casa às sete
Deixou teu cheiro na minha pele
Meu quarto ficou tão carente
Minha mente não te esquece
You left my house at seven
You left your scent on my skin
My room felt so lonely
My mind doesn't forget you

Imagine waking up to an empty house that still smells like the person you adore. In Nova Bad, Melim paints the bittersweet picture of a love-infused morning after: the clock strikes seven, the lover leaves, and every corner of the room starts whispering their absence. The singer calls this feeling their “new bad” — a fresh kind of heartache that’s equal parts sunshine and sorrow. Bright morning light, the curve of a smile, even the taste left behind become vivid souvenirs that refuse to fade.

Beneath the breezy melody lies a tug-of-war between joy and longing. The memories are so sweet they feel tattooed on the lips, making the soul “blossom”, yet they also ache because the love might not be mutual. The narrator dreams of being the one their crush can’t forget, turning an ordinary sunrise into a cinematic moment of hope, nostalgia and irresistible melancholy.

Quintal (Yard)
Que tal conhecer meu quintal?
Que tal conhecer meu quintal?
Finalzinho de tarde, olha o visual
Que tal conhecer meu quintal?
How about checking out my backyard?
How about checking out my backyard?
Late afternoon, check out the view
How about checking out my backyard?

“Quintal” invites you on a barefoot stroll through the singer’s personal backyard, both literally and metaphorically. As the late-afternoon sun paints the sky, Melim opens a gate to a place where time slows, worries melt, and gratitude blooms with every sunrise. The quintal is less about physical space and more about mind-space: a garden of ideas, affection, and freedom where concrete and steel cannot intrude. By asking, “Que tal conhecer meu quintal?” (“How about getting to know my backyard?”), the song extends a playful yet sincere invitation to share simple pleasures—watching the view, feeling the breeze, exchanging hugs, and living in rhythm with each other.

At its heart, the track is a celebration of presence, connection, and uncomplicated joy. It reminds us that true wealth lies in moments spent with someone special, away from the ticking clock. The chorus repeats like an open door: step in, relax, and let the rest “be with us.” Whether you picture a sunset in Brazil or your own secret hideaway, “Quintal” encourages listeners to cultivate inner freedom, cherish the now, and turn love into the most beautiful landscape of all.

Tão Raro (So Rare)
Já pensou se o coração falasse
O que a boca não sabe explicar?
Como eu te diria 'oi, sou seu'?
Já pensou se em toda humanidade
Ever thought if the heart could talk
What the mouth can't explain?
How would I say 'hi, I'm yours'?
Ever thought if, in all humanity

Tão Raro invites us to picture a world where hearts do the talking and words never fail to capture emotion. Melim sings about a love so pure that it makes smiles brighter, the sun more yellow and the ocean seem small. The trio compares their bond to a diamond, highlighting how precious, sincere and rare their feelings are.

Beyond celebrating their private romance, the song also hints at a collective wish: what if everyone experienced this kind of true love? Many people want exactly what the couple shares, but the chorus proudly reminds us that their love belongs to them alone. With its sunny melody and optimistic lyrics, Tão Raro feels like a musical postcard from a paradise where genuine affection rules the day and every heartbeat speaks volumes.

Eu Feat. Você (I Feat. You)
Hoje eu vou sair
Só um shot de auto estima
E meio copo de amor próprio eu bebi
Pra me divertir
Today I'm going out
Just a shot of self-esteem
And I drank half a glass of self-love
To have fun

“Eu Feat. Você” is Melim’s feel-good invitation to turn love into a chart-topping collaboration. The singer starts the night with a shot of self-esteem and a half-glass of self-love, ready to have fun. When they spot someone whose smile and paradise-like vibe match their own energy, the scene is set: sunset on the horizon, music in the air, and two hearts syncing to the same beat.

The chorus flips relationship talk into music-studio slang: you are the perfect “feature” on my track, and together we can light up an entire crowd. As day fades, their shared “inner light” replaces the stars, spreading joy to everyone singing and dancing around them. At its core, the song celebrates self-love that overflows into collective happiness, proving that “Eu feat. Você” is always a hit.

Meu Abrigo (My Shelter)
Desejo a você
O que há de melhor
A minha companhia
Pra não se sentir só
I wish you
what's best
my company
so you don't feel alone

Meu Abrigo is a musical love letter painted with sun-kissed colors. Over gentle acoustic grooves, Melim invites us on an imaginary trip where the ticket includes "o sol, a lua e o mar." The siblings list everything delightful they want to share: ocean breezes, sunset games, starlit dances, and even flowers for Iemanjá, the Afro-Brazilian sea goddess. Each image feels like a postcard from a perfect beach holiday, yet the true destination is emotional rather than geographical.

At the heart of the song lies a simple message: real paradise is found in the arms of the one you love. The chorus repeats that the beloved is "a razão da minha felicidade" and "meu abrigo"—a safe place that outshines any idyllic backdrop. By blending tropical scenery, playful melodies, and affectionate Portuguese, Meu Abrigo reminds listeners that laughter, peace, and joy become infinite when shared with a soulmate.

Quem Me Viu (Who Saw Me)
Ando tão feliz esses dias
Tão otimista
Sorridente e decidido
Mesmo que o pior aconteça
I've been so happy these days
So optimistic
Smiling and determined
Even if the worst happens

From tears to triumphant grins, 'Quem Me Viu' is Melim’s musical snapshot of a total mood makeover. The narrator looks back on darker days when sadness was visible to everyone, yet now walks around “tão feliz” and “sorridente,” fueled by an unshakable optimism. Positive thoughts fill the mind, old troubles are left in the past, and even the weather cooperates: the sky has cleared and “não vai mais chover.”

The song’s heart-warming message is simple: life is too brief to waste on complaints. Every former setback became a lesson that fortaleceu (made stronger), turning yesterday’s tears into today’s contagious smile. By choosing joy and resilience, the singer invites listeners to do the same—swap gloom for gratitude and let the world be amazed at the new you.

Menina De Rua (Street Girl)
Andando no meio dos carros
Sem teto entre prédios tão caros
As mãos dividindo os centavos
E os pés sem sapatos
Walking in the middle of the cars
Homeless among buildings so pricey
Hands sharing the pennies
And feet with no shoes

Imagine traffic lights blinking, luxury skyscrapers towering, and right in the middle of it all a barefoot little girl who sings instead of cries. That is the striking picture Melim paints in Menina De Rua. The trio turns a harsh urban scene into a lesson on resilience: despite having no roof or shoes, the “street girl” beams with gratitude for a simple plate of food and hums melodies of love. Her optimism flips the script on what it means to be rich or poor, reminding us that joy and dignity can bloom even in concrete corners.

The song then invites the listener to join that melody. Melim nudges us to look past labels, share our “centavos” of kindness, and recharge our own spirits through gratitude. Love is the common currency, they sing, and every “Eu te amo” we offer helps build a world filled with hope, freedom, and peace. By the final chorus you are left believing that if a child in chaos can celebrate life, we can too—and we all have a part in making the city, and the world, hum a little sweeter.

Cantando Eu Vou (Singing I'm Going To)
Cantando eu vou
Espalhando o bem por ai
Cantando eu vou
Espantando o mal
Singing I go
Spreading good around
Singing I go
Chasing evil away

**“Cantando Eu Vou” is a joyful anthem that reminds us how powerful simple, everyday gestures can be. By choosing to sing, smile and speak kind words, the narrator believes we can literally chase away negativity and light up the world around us. The chorus keeps repeating the idea of “singing while I go,” which turns music into a moving force that spreads goodness wherever it travels.

Behind the catchy melody lies a gentle call to action: let the love you already carry inside overflow. Each bonita palavra you share and every smile you offer strengthens not only others but also yourself, making weakness fade. In short, the song celebrates positivity as something contagious—start with a tune on your lips, and soon the air is filled with brighter spirits for you, me, and everyone who crosses our path.

Cabelo De Anjo (Angel Hair)
Pra que razão
Se ela não pode dar asas
E eu amo um anjo
Sem direção
Why
If it can't give wings
And I love an angel
With no direction

Have you ever felt like love just landed in your lap? That is the sweet surprise behind “Cabelo De Anjo.” The singer wanders aimlessly (“Já andei por tanta estrada”) until an almost celestial crush swoops in (“você chegou voando”). This person is so perfect—right down to their “angel hair”—that the narrator is convinced they hid their wings and came straight from heaven. Every “oi” wipes out years of loneliness, and the once-restless traveler suddenly has a reason to stay put.

Yet the song is not only about arrival but about the afterglow. Longing (“saudade”) keeps growing, proving that real love does not fade when the other person steps away; it only intensifies. Wrapped in laid-back Brazilian pop, the lyrics celebrate how a single greeting can flip a life from solitude to boundless, weightless joy.

Pega A Visão (Take The Vision)
Seu sorriso fica meio bagunçado
Quando eu tô do lado
Deixa eu arrumar
Coisa linda, te contar uma idéia
Your smile gets kinda messy
When I'm by your side
Let me fix it
Beautiful thing, let me share an idea

Pega a visão literally means “catch the vision,” and that is exactly what Melim invites us to do in this feel-good pop tune. The singer spots a slightly “messy” smile on their crush’s face and playfully offers to “fix” it, hinting at the sparks that fly whenever they are together. While an inner voice warns, “Don’t get involved,” the heart refuses to obey. Instead of overthinking, they choose to ride the moment, letting love lift off like an airplane breaking through the clouds.

As the chorus repeats “Agora o nosso amor decolou” (“Now our love has taken off”), the song paints a vivid picture of romance soaring high above doubts and hesitations. With references to turbulence, indecision, and finally cruising in the “nuvens” (“clouds”), Melim turns the thrill of new love into an uplifting flight. It is a reminder to silence fear, embrace spontaneity, and enjoy the exhilarating view together. ✈️💙

Ouvi Dizer (I've Heard)
Mhhmhh
Papapaparapapapa
Ôôuôô, ôôuôô
Se eu acordasse todo dia
Mhhmhh
Papapaparapapapa
Ôôuôô, ôôuôô
if I woke up every day

Ouvi Dizer paints a sun-soaked picture of love that turns the ordinary into pure magic. The singer daydreams about lazy mornings with endless coffee, sketching their partner's features until even a simple doodle becomes a Mona Lisa. Riding tandem on a bicycle, fixing what is broken, and adding color to black-and-white scenes, every line celebrates how light and playful life feels when the right person is around.

In the chorus, Melim admits they had only heard that heaven could exist on Earth and that goosebumps signal true love... until they experienced it themselves. Meeting this special someone makes sense of every rumor, filling empty spaces with peace, humor, and a sense of wholeness. This is an upbeat anthem to the transformative power of love, wrapped in tropical harmonies and irresistible “papapa” hooks that will leave you smiling.

Melhor Remédio (Best Medicine)
Você me pede pra ficar até de manhã
Respondo no olhar: Aham
Meu presente é ter sua presença
Aumenta mais minha vontade de viver
You ask me to stay till morning
I answer with my eyes: Uh-huh
My gift is having your presence
It boosts my will to live even more

Melhor Remédio (Best Remedy) is a sun-soaked ode to the healing power of affection. Melim paint a scene where simply staying together until dawn feels like a gift: every glance sparks new life, kisses chase away boredom, and gentle, judgment-free love reaches right into the soul. Their bossa nova groove even “turns into samba” to mirror how love makes everything sway with more color and joy.

When Emicida steps in, he calls love a bold act of rebellion in a world that often seems sick with hate. His verses picture wide-open hugs that soften every fall, daily gratitude for life’s beauty, and a sky so perfect it must have been inspired by the one you adore. Throughout the song the chorus repeats its sunny mantra: “Your kiss cures the tedium… the best remedy is to love.” Together they invite listeners to believe in “us,” trust in tenderness, and let love be the sweetest, most revolutionary medicine of all.

Dois Corações (Two Hearts)
Eu era apenas eu
Nada demais
Chorava enquanto meu coração escondido
Ia seguindo os teus sinais
I was just me
Nothing much
I cried while my hidden heart
Kept following your signs

“Dois Corações” is a warm, sun-kissed love story that celebrates the magical moment when two separate lives melt into one. At first the singer feels ordinary and even a little lost, but the arrival of a special someone flips everything upside down—in the best way possible. Their partner’s gaze is compared to a child eagerly waiting for a Christmas present, hinting at innocence, excitement, and pure joy. When the narrator discovers the other person living inside their own heart, they realize that real love is happening and willingly lose themselves in that feeling.

Melim paints this union with playful pairings: verse and poetry, bread and bakery, piano and melody, movie and popcorn. Each duo only makes sense together, just like the two sweethearts who now beat as one. By the end of the song, “two hearts” fuse into a single rhythm that is “worth more than two or three,” reminding listeners that true connection multiplies happiness beyond simple arithmetic.

Um Mundo Ideal (An Ideal World)
Olha, eu vou lhe mostrar
Como é belo este mundo
Já que nunca deixaram o seu coração mandar
Eu lhe ensino a ver todo encanto e beleza
Look, I'm gonna show you
How beautiful this world is
Since they never let your heart decide
I'll teach you to see all the wonder and beauty

Close your eyes and imagine hopping onto a magic carpet, the wind in your hair and the whole sky opening just for you. That is the feeling Melim captures in Um Mundo Ideal: an invitation to leave fears on the ground and discover a breathtaking new reality guided by the heart. As the singers glide above an endless blue, every cloud becomes a promise of freedom, and every sparkle of light whispers, “No one can tell us what to do.” The song turns the simple act of falling in love into an epic voyage, painting nature’s wonders with vibrant colors that only two adventurous souls can see together.

Beyond the dazzling imagery, the lyrics celebrate trust, curiosity, and shared discovery. Once the duo tastes this limitless world, there is no desire to look back; surprises, fresh directions, and pure joy wait at every corner of the sky. Um Mundo Ideal reminds listeners that the most astonishing journeys start when you let someone show you a horizon you never knew existed – and then choose to explore it side by side, forever.

Relax
(Uuh, relax
Uuh, relax)
Riqueza é colecionar bons momentos
Tá perto de tudo que afasta a tristeza
(Uuh, relax
Uuh, relax)
Wealth is collecting good moments
Being close to all that drives sadness away

“Relax” by Melim and Rael is a sunny anthem that turns everyday life into a mini-vacation. Over a breezy reggae-pop groove, the singers remind us that real wealth is collecting good moments and staying close to anything that keeps sadness away. From name-checking Bob Marley’s famous “Don’t worry” vibes to comparing happy hearts with free birds, the lyrics celebrate positivity, self-care rituals like opening the curtains to let the sky in, lighting incense, and meditating.

The chorus invites you to drop your stress, focus on love, and simply be here now. Money is nice, but, as they put it, “peace, happiness and love are the best salary.” By the end, the song feels like a friendly nudge to breathe deep, share good energy, and keep life suavão—easygoing, chilled, and full of joy.

Amores E Flores (Loves And Flowers)
Se eu tinha sorte no amor
Não
Mas de repente o coração
Me alertou
If I was lucky in love
no
But suddenly my heart
Warned me

“Amores e Flores” is a sunny, feel-good ode to that moment when love finally blooms after a long wait. The singer admits they never had much luck in romance, yet the instant their heart spots the right person, it feels like serotonin on full blast. Suddenly every symbol around them makes sense, just like the perfect ending of a book: roses, thorns, and all the little twists that brought them here.

Melim reminds us that nem tudo são flores – not everything in life is pure petals – but love was invented to soothe the scrapes. A magical kiss can heal any scratch, patience makes feelings mature like a good wine, and the past is left behind so the present can shine. By the end of the song, flowers seem to sprout everywhere the lovers look, proving that when affection takes root, even the thorns turn into part of a beautiful garden.

Gelo (Ice)
Não sou de me apaixonar de primeira
Quando eu me derreti
Você me pôs na geladeira, poxa
Você me deu um gelo
I'm not the type to fall in love right away
When I melted
You stuck me in the freezer, dang
You gave me the cold shoulder

“Gelo” is a playful yet bittersweet ode to that moment when a romance suddenly turns frosty. The storyteller admits they are not the type to fall in love at first sight, yet once they finally melted, their partner hit them with the cold shoulder — literally giving them “gelo” (ice). The lyrics juggle humor and heartache, comparing the emotional freeze-out to shivering alone on a chilly day, while wondering who is keeping the other person warm now.

Under the cool surface, the song celebrates warmth, intimacy, and bravery in love. It reminds us that staying distant out of pride is “bobagem” (nonsense) because happiness belongs to those bold enough to risk vulnerability. With images of steamy showers, hoodies, cuddles, and intertwined feet, Melim contrasts the cozy heat of togetherness with the sudden freeze of absence. “Gelo” ultimately encourages listeners to thaw their hearts, drop their defenses, and choose connection over coldness.

We have more songs with translations on our website and mobile app. You can find the links to the website and our mobile app below. We hope you enjoy learning Portuguese with music!