Vê Se Me Esquece

Itamar Assumpção's song 'Vê Se Me Esquece' is a poignant and emotionally charged farewell to a past lover. The lyrics are a mix of frustration, resignation, and a desire to reclaim one's own life and identity after a relationship has ended. Assumpção uses a letter format to list the items he is returning to his former partner, symbolizing the process of letting go and moving on. The items mentioned, such as 'teu faroeste' (your western), 'tua meia bege' (your beige sock), and 'tua prancha de surf' (your surfboard), are mundane yet personal, highlighting the intimacy once shared and now being severed.

The repetition of 'do diabo que te carregue' (may the devil take you) underscores the bitterness and anger felt by the narrator. This phrase, along with the detailed inventory of returned items, serves as a cathartic release of pent-up emotions. The narrator is not just returning physical objects but also metaphorically shedding the emotional baggage associated with them. The song's tone shifts from anger to a plea for the return of intangible things like 'minhas preces' (my prayers), 'meu canto' (my song), and 'minha alegria' (my joy), which were lent to the partner during the relationship.

The repeated question, 'por que não desaparece?' (why don't you disappear?), encapsulates the narrator's desire for closure and peace. Itamar Assumpção, known for his unique blend of samba, rock, and African rhythms, uses this song to explore themes of love, loss, and self-reclamation. His distinctive style and poignant lyrics make 'Vê Se Me Esquece' a powerful anthem for anyone who has experienced the pain of a breakup and the journey towards healing.