Quanto Conto

Cidade Dormitório's song "Quanto Conto" delves into the complex emotions surrounding beginnings and endings. The opening lines, "Que os fins me desculpem, O começo me distrai," suggest a preoccupation with the start of things, which often distracts from the inevitable end. This reflects a universal human experience: the excitement and hope that come with new beginnings, contrasted with the sorrow and loss that endings bring. The artist acknowledges that these cycles of starting anew and mourning what is lost are a natural part of life, even if they are difficult to reconcile.

The lyrics, "Empilho recomeços, Mas o luto me corrói," further explore this theme by illustrating the struggle of constantly starting over while being weighed down by grief. The use of the word "empilho" (stack) suggests a repetitive, almost mechanical process of beginning again, which is emotionally taxing. The silence mentioned in the line "Silêncio a procurar, Solução" indicates a search for answers or solace in the quiet moments, a common coping mechanism for dealing with emotional turmoil.

The chorus, "Tento me confortar na grandeza que tem lá, Reconhecer o meu tamanho deve ajudar," speaks to the idea of finding comfort in the vastness of the universe and recognizing one's small place within it. This perspective can be both humbling and comforting, offering a sense of peace in the face of life's uncertainties. However, the repeated lines, "Mas eu não sei acessar, Eu não sei acessar," highlight the difficulty of truly embracing this mindset. The song concludes with a sense of unresolved tension, as the artist admits, "Difícil explicar, O porquê da tensão, Mas não consigo evitar, Vou tentar," capturing the ongoing struggle to find balance and understanding in a world full of beginnings and endings.