Até Você Voltar

The song 'Até Você Voltar' by the Brazilian sertanejo duo Henrique e Juliano is a poignant ballad that delves into the themes of heartbreak, loneliness, and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of a person sitting alone at a table, with only a beer for company, in a house that feels empty without their significant other. The protagonist reminisces about the anniversary of a significant moment in their relationship, possibly when they first met or made important promises to each other.

As the song progresses, the depth of the protagonist's pain becomes evident. They reflect on the broken promises and shattered dreams of a future together, including children, a shared apartment, and marriage. The sense of betrayal is palpable as they question how they could have believed in those promises. The repeated line 'De copo sempre cheio, coração vazio' (With a glass always full, an empty heart) emphasizes the contrast between trying to numb the pain with alcohol and the emptiness they feel inside.

The chorus reveals a resolve to avoid being fooled by love again, choosing the numbness of inebriation over the pain of disillusionment. The protagonist vows to continue a 'vida bandida' (a rogue life) until their love returns, suggesting a self-destructive path taken in response to their heartache. The song captures the universal experience of not being able to let go of someone you love, even when it seems they have moved on, and the difficulty of opening up to love again after being hurt.