Hoje À Noite (Alone) (feat. Pabllo Vittar)
NATTAN
The Longing and Vulnerability of Love in 'Hoje À Noite (Alone)'
The song 'Hoje À Noite (Alone)', performed by Pabllo Vittar featuring NATTAN, is an adaptation of the famous song 'Alone' by the American band Heart. The Brazilian version, which gained popularity in the north and northeast regions of Brazil in the '90s and 2000s, has been remade into a forró, a Brazilian musical genre known for its partying and festival atmosphere, but which can also express deep and melancholy feelings.
The lyrics deal with loneliness and the desire to be with someone special. The narrative begins describing a lonely night, where the lyricist warms himself with his beloved's sheet. At the same time, the ticking of the clock marks the passage of time. The torment of not knowing where the loved one is and the desire not to leave them alone are central feelings in the song. The repetition of the line 'How can I leave you alone?' reinforces the intensity of this desire and the pain of separation.
In addition, the song explores the transformation of the lyrical self, who was previously used to solitude, but who, on meeting love, comes to value companionship and intimacy. The confession that love for another is a guarded secret intensifies the vulnerability and sincerity of the feelings expressed. Waiting to sleep together, the desire to hug, touch and kiss are manifestations of a deep and sincere love, which now proves indispensable for the lyrical self's happiness.
The adaptation of 'Alone' into 'Hoje À Noite (Alone)' not only preserves the emotional essence of the original song but also enriches it with Brazilian sounds and culture, making it a unique and captivating piece in Pabllo Vittar's repertoire.