Repensa'ỹre

Quemil Yambay's song "Repensa'ỹre" is a poignant exploration of unrequited love and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The lyrics, sung in Guarani, a language spoken in Paraguay, reflect a deep sense of longing and heartache. The narrator expresses his unwavering love for someone who does not reciprocate his feelings. This unreciprocated love is a central theme, as the narrator reminisces about the words of love once spoken to him and the pain of realizing that those words were not sincere.

The song delves into the narrator's internal struggle as he tries to come to terms with his unfulfilled love. He speaks of wandering aimlessly, searching for a love that matches his own, but finding none. This sense of aimlessness and the repeated mention of wandering "pérupi pérupi" (here and there) symbolize his restless heart and the futility of his search. The narrator's declaration that he will never stop loving the person, despite the lack of reciprocation, highlights the depth of his emotional commitment and the pain of unrequited love.

In the latter part of the song, the narrator confronts the reality of his situation. He acknowledges that his love has not been broken by the rejection, but he also recognizes the futility of continuing to hope for a change. The mention of another person who might have professed love to the object of his affection adds a layer of complexity, suggesting that the narrator is not only dealing with unrequited love but also with the possibility of being replaced. The song concludes with a sense of resignation, as the narrator bids farewell to the beautiful eyes of his beloved, accepting that his love will never be returned.