Born and raised in São Paulo, after winning several "battle of bands" festivals in "sampa", Tiê studied music and composition in New York before touring with Toquinho (a major name on MPB, Bossa Nova) around Brazil and the world. Back in São Paulo, Tiê developed her style by bridging two different worlds: the local alternative/indie scene and the Bossa Nova/Tropicália sounds of the previous generation. Her list of influences range from Caetano Veloso to Syd Barrett.
"Sweet Jardim" ("Sweet Garden") was recorded in an analogical studio with acoustic guitars, cello and piano – and all the silences filled with breathing, exhaling and dialogues among the musicians – all in a lo-fi, live soundscape. Tiê wrote all the ten songs and plays most of the instruments on the record - which was produced by Plínio Profeta.
Hide and Seek
Tiê Lyrics
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I'm looking forward to
I'm looking after you
On any cab I get
On any street I step
I'm seeking you
I guess you don't know
If I'm feeling safe or all alone
And if I stop you to say hello
Would you know my name?
Do you know my name? I do.
No, maybe I don't want this to come true
I like to hide and seek
I think it's better if you don't look at me
I look at you
'Cos I know where you do come from
I'm so close to you
You wont feel alone
Never ask and you'll never know
Would you feel the same?
Yes, you feel the same
You do.
do, do do do do....
Doesn't matter where we come from
Close or far, so far alone
We don't need to stop me to say hello
'Cos we feel the same
And I know your name
I do.
Tiê's song "Hide and Seek" is a beautifully poetic song that expresses the emotions of a person who is both attracted to and afraid of the vulnerability that comes with love. The lyrics begin with the admission of looking forward to and looking after someone, but also confessing to the constant seeking of that person. The singer does not reveal much about themselves, questioning whether the object of their affection knows anything about them. They express their desire to reach out and introduce themselves but also acknowledge the risk it could pose.
The lyrics also reveal the singer's conflicting emotions towards love. They express the feeling of safety and closeness they have towards the object of their affection but at the same time, they are hesitant to reveal themselves, preferring instead to observe from a distance. They acknowledge the potential for rejection and the fear of being judged. Despite this, they believe that the object of their affection feels the same way, and this leads to a sense of comfort and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes, I confess
I admit
I'm looking forward to
I'm eagerly anticipating
I'm looking after you
I'm taking care of you
On any cab I get
In any taxi I ride
On any street I step
On any road I walk on
I'm seeking you
I'm searching for you
I guess you don't know
I suppose you're unaware
Where do I come from
My place of origin
If I'm feeling safe or all alone
Whether I feel secure or lonely
And if I stop you to say hello
If I pause to greet you
Would you know my name?
Would you recognize me?
Do you know my name? I do.
I know my own name
No, maybe I don't want this to come true
Perhaps I don't want this to happen
I like to hide and seek
I enjoy playing hide and seek
I think it's better if you don't look at me
I prefer if you don't stare at me
I look at you
I observe you
'Cos I know where you do come from
Because I know your place of origin
I'm so close to you
I am in close proximity to you
You won't feel alone
You won't feel solitary
Never ask and you'll never know
If you don't inquire, you'll never discover
Would you feel the same?
Would you experience the same thing?
Yes, you feel the same
Yes, you experience the same thing
You do.
You do experience the same thing
Doesn't matter where we come from
It doesn't matter our place of origin
Close or far, so far alone
Near or far, we can still feel isolated
We don't need to stop me to say hello
We don't need to halt to greet each other
'Cos we feel the same
Because we experience the same thing
And I know your name
I know your name
I do.
I know your name
Contributed by Jayce C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.