Xemx

Joseph Calleja's song 'Xemx' is a beautiful and heartfelt ode to love, expressed through the metaphor of the sun ('Xemx' in Maltese). The lyrics are a declaration of deep affection and unwavering commitment. Calleja's powerful voice and emotive delivery enhance the song's romantic and sincere tone, making it a touching tribute to a beloved person.

The song opens with the lines 'Lilek inhobbok / Bil-wisq mhux ftit,' which translate to 'I love you / Very much, not a little.' This sets the stage for the rest of the song, emphasizing the depth and intensity of the singer's feelings. The repetition of 'Iva lilek inhobbok / Iva lilek irrid' ('Yes, I love you / Yes, I want you') throughout the song reinforces this message of unwavering love and desire.

The metaphor of the sun is central to the song's imagery. Describing the beloved as 'Xemx wisq sabiha' ('A very beautiful sun') and 'Gawhra ta' qalbi' ('Jewel of my heart') highlights their importance and the warmth they bring into the singer's life. The sun, a symbol of light, warmth, and life, perfectly encapsulates the beloved's role in the singer's world. The lyrics also touch on the idea of solace and comfort, with lines like 'Ghax inti tfarragni / Nistabar bik' ('Because you comfort me / I find solace in you'), suggesting that the beloved is a source of strength and peace.

The song concludes with a hopeful note, looking forward to a future where the singer and the beloved will be together forever. 'Ftit iehor daqt jasal / Dak il-mument / Li inti tkun tieghi / Ghal-dejjem hdejk' ('Soon that moment will come / When you will be mine / Forever by your side') expresses a longing for eternal togetherness, adding a layer of anticipation and hope to the song's emotional landscape.