Por Enquanto

Renato Russo's song 'Por Enquanto' captures the essence of change and the enduring nature of love. The opening lines, 'Mudaram as estações, nada mudou' (The seasons changed, nothing changed), set the tone for a reflection on how external changes often don't alter our internal realities. Despite the passage of time and the inevitable changes it brings, the singer feels that something significant has happened, making everything feel different. This paradox of change and constancy is a central theme in the song.

The lyrics delve into the nostalgic memory of a time when the singer and their partner believed that their love would last forever. The line 'Que tudo era pra sempre, sem saber que o pra sempre sempre acaba!' (That everything was forever, without knowing that forever always ends) poignantly captures the innocence and eventual disillusionment that comes with the passage of time. This realization doesn't diminish the value of what was shared; instead, it highlights the beauty and significance of those moments, even if they were fleeting.

Despite the changes and the end of what was once believed to be eternal, the singer finds solace in the enduring memories and feelings. 'Quando penso em alguém, só penso em você' (When I think of someone, I only think of you) illustrates how the past continues to influence the present. The song concludes with a sense of acceptance and peace, 'Estamos indo de volta pra casa' (We are going back home), suggesting a return to a place of comfort and familiarity, even amidst the inevitable changes of life.