Meeting my gringa in Ipanema
It took, approximately, two full years
Two long years for our waited meeting
And even if you’re, now, speaking softly close to my ears
I’m, honestly, still believing that I’m just awake dreaming
To have you beside me again is a sort of benediction
To be able to hug you…. to kiss you…. it’s a treasure
Looking into your eyes, I feel happy; and more in addition
Right now, the size of my emotion nobody can measure
Sometimes, life can be very funny; try to think a little about it
I knew you in your country; now, you’re inside the wonders of mine
Tasting, with me, all the experiences that we always wanted; bit by bit
Blessed by the Atlantic Ocean, salty and shining, you can touch the divine
Forgive me, buddy Vinícius, but seeing my gringa under Ipanema’s sky
I must tell you, pal, that she’s very within to reach an insuperable beauty
Because all her qualities are absolutely seductress; even if apparently shy
That’s why, when I’m with her, my soul relaxes and I can live peacefully