Sendu melagu
Barasuara Lyrics

The lyrics to Barasuara's song "Sendu Melagu" express the pain of loss and the futility of holding onto memories of what once was. The repeated phrase "semua yang kau rindu" (all that you miss) highlights the singer's longing for something that is now gone. The line "semua menjadi abu" (all turned to dust) suggests that what was once cherished has now been destroyed or forgotten, and that the singer's efforts to hold onto it have been futile. The image of "langkahmu tak berkawan" (your steps without friends) conveys a sense of isolation and loneliness. The phrase "kau telah sia-siakan" (you have wasted) implies that the singer regrets their past actions or choices.

The refrain "sendu melagu" (melancholy melody) reinforces the sadness of the lyrics and the feeling of being unable to escape the pain of loss. The verses repeat the same phrases, underscoring the sense of repetition and the inability to move on from the past. The final lines "ingatnya kau berlalu" (remembering that you have gone) suggest that the singer is finally coming to terms with the fact that what they are missing can never be regained, and that it is time to let go and move forward.