Tempo Perdido
Legião Urbana Lyrics

The lyrics of Legião Urbana's song "Tempo Perdido" (Lost Time) explore the concept of time perception and how it affects our daily lives. The first stanza speaks about how time is fleeting, and once it has passed, it can never be regained. However, the second part of the same stanza offers a silver lining with the idea that there is still a lot of time ahead of us, and we should make the most of it. The second stanza continues with the theme of making the most of time, suggesting that we should remember and forget each day as it comes, with the focus on moving forward rather than dwelling on what has already gone. The repeated "Não temos tempo a perder" (We don't have time to lose) reinforces this idea.

The chorus of the song is arguably the most evocative part of the lyrics, with the juxtaposition of the "sweat" and "sacred" with "bitter" and "serious" suggesting the struggles of daily life. The word "selvagem" (meaning wild) is repeated three times and can be interpreted in different ways. It could be seen as referring to the chaotic nature of life or maybe even as a symbol of passion, desire, or yearning that is within us all. The third stanza brings a shift in the song's setting, with references to the weather, castanho (chestnut - possibly a reference to a person's eyes), and a plea for a tight hug. The last stanza is perhaps the most enigmatic, with the suggestion that what was hidden or promised may have never been actualized. But the final line, "Somos tão jovens" (We are so young), brings the message full circle - we still have time to achieve what we want and make the most out of our youth.