Ainda Ontem Chorei de Saudade (feat. Leonardo)
Bruno e Marrone
The Heartache of Unforgettable Love
Bruno e Marrone's song "Ainda Ontem Chorei de Saudade," featuring Leonardo, delves deep into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the struggle to move on. The lyrics begin with a poignant request from a lover to disappear and never seek them out again. This plea sets the stage for the heart-wrenching narrative of a person grappling with the impossibility of forgetting a profound love. The singer acknowledges the request but admits that forgetting is futile and a waste of time, highlighting the depth of their emotional attachment.
The chorus captures the essence of saudade, a Portuguese word that conveys a deep, melancholic longing for someone or something that is absent. The singer confesses to crying from saudade just the day before, as they reread the letter and relive the memories through the lingering scent of their lover's perfume. This vivid imagery underscores the intensity of their feelings and the inescapable pain of their situation. The internal conflict is palpable as the singer questions whether to kill the love they feel or be consumed by jealousy.
In the verses, the singer's emotions oscillate between hatred and longing. They spend their days hating and searching for their lost love, only to find solace in dreams where they can embrace and kiss their lover. The dreams represent a sanctuary where their love remains untainted by reality's harshness. The singer concludes that it is better to dream truthfully than to love deceitfully, emphasizing the purity and authenticity of their feelings, even if only in dreams. This song poignantly captures the universal experience of heartache and the struggle to let go of a love that has left an indelible mark on one's soul.