I was awakened by a memory

A trace of other years

A figure calling to my life of ease

The face of poverty

Ten thousand miles stand in a way

But it draws me to this day



Chorus

I hear their voices deep inside of me

Vila Beto Ve

I tried to carve a new identity

But I could never forget

It's got a way of staying in your blood

As though you never left

Don't forget us when you go away

Vila Beto Ve, Vila Beto Ve



I find myself complaining now and then

About such little things

Always looking for a better hand

Than what's been given me

But there are those who have much less than me

Yet they face the world with dignity

Thanking God with joyfull eyes

Celebrating every moment of life



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It is said the last shall be first

What we think is blessing can be a curse

It is said the door is a needle's eye

And the pure in heart will see God



I hear their voices deep inside of me

Vila Beto Ve

It's not a matter of my charity

I can't afford to forget, can't afford to forget

It's got a way of staying in my blood

As though I never left

I won't forget You when I go away

Vila Beto Ve, Vila Beto Ve



Repeat Chorus