Dói

In 'Dói,' Fernando e Sorocaba delve into the raw emotions of heartache and the complexities of love and loss. The song opens with a vivid scene: the protagonist finds themselves awake at 4:40 AM, longing for a bitter coffee to match their bitter feelings. This early morning solitude sets the tone for the song, emphasizing the loneliness and pain that come with unrequited love and neglect. The closed bakery symbolizes the closed-off heart of the person they love, inaccessible and unresponsive.

The lyrics reveal a story of one-sided affection, where the protagonist's attempts to reach out are met with silence and indifference. The line 'Faz mais de 24 horas que você não dá sinal' (It's been more than 24 hours since you gave any sign) highlights the prolonged absence and emotional neglect from the other person. This neglect is not just hurtful but also damaging to the protagonist's sense of self-worth, as they grapple with feelings of abandonment and rejection.

The chorus, with its repetitive 'Dói' (It hurts), underscores the intensity of the protagonist's pain. They vow to show their lover how much neglect hurts by moving on and finding someone new. However, the twist lies in the acknowledgment that while they can inflict pain through indifference, the longing and nostalgia ('saudade') will hurt even more. This duality of pain—both from being neglected and from missing someone—captures the essence of the song. It speaks to the universal experience of heartache, where moving on is both a remedy and a source of new pain.

Fernando e Sorocaba, known for their emotive storytelling and rich musicality, use 'Dói' to explore the depths of human emotion. The song's repetitive structure and poignant lyrics create a hauntingly beautiful narrative that resonates with anyone who has experienced the sting of unrequited love and the bittersweet process of moving on.