TEMPO (feat. Wina)

Redentto's song 'TEMPO,' featuring Wina, delves deep into the emotional turmoil and aftermath of a painful breakup. The lyrics poignantly capture the struggle of moving on and the haunting presence of a past love. The song opens with a contemplation of how quickly one might replace a former lover, highlighting the fear of being forgotten and the pain of erasing memories to avoid further hurt. The metaphor of 'paper cuts from turning pages' vividly illustrates the small, yet persistent, wounds inflicted by trying to move forward.

Throughout the song, the imagery of steam fogging up a bathroom and the suffocating sobs that follow create a visceral sense of the protagonist's grief. The repeated refrain, 'É foda achar, que a indiferença é o meu altar,' underscores the difficulty of accepting indifference as a coping mechanism. The plea to avoid any reminders of the past relationship—whether through news, smoke signals, or postcards—emphasizes the need for emotional distance to heal.

The song also explores the concept of self-immolation, both literally and metaphorically, as a way to numb the pain. The protagonist admits to feeling lost and unprepared for the emotional fallout, encapsulated in the line, 'Eu me queimo e nem sinto nada.' The final verses reflect a sense of resignation and closure, with the acknowledgment that the relationship is over and the emotional contract has been signed. The repeated insistence on not wanting any reminders or emotional triggers serves as a powerful declaration of the need to move on, even if it means embracing indifference and silence as a form of self-preservation.