Abstinência

“Abstinência” by Sondplay delves into the emotional turmoil and longing that follows a significant romantic breakup. The song's protagonist is grappling with the harsh reality that his lover will never return, leaving him in a state of perpetual search and dissatisfaction. The repeated lines, “Deixou esse boy passando mal,” emphasize the depth of his suffering and the void left by her absence. The nightlife, once a source of joy, now feels monotonous and empty, underscoring his emotional desolation.

The lyrics are rich with metaphors comparing love to a potent drug. The protagonist describes his lover's physical presence and their intimate moments as addictive substances, with her scent being “psicoativo” and her touch releasing “dopamina.” This vivid imagery highlights the intensity of his dependence on her, likening his withdrawal symptoms to those of a drug addict. The lines “Meu coração é abstinência, pelo teu calor” and “A substância é dependência, mas não provoca o barato” poignantly capture his struggle with the absence of her warmth and the hollow feeling that remains.

The song also explores the psychological impact of the breakup. The protagonist experiences extreme emotional highs and lows, from “picos de felicidade” to “depressão e rebordose.” His heart's “arritmia” and the compulsive nature of his longing illustrate the uncontrollable and consuming nature of his grief. The metaphor of love as a drug with no treatment for its withdrawal encapsulates the torment and helplessness he feels. The repeated reminiscing about their intimate moments and the unique connection they shared further accentuates his sense of loss and the irreplaceable nature of their relationship.