O Nosso Tempo Lyrics in English ATOA , Valas

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Below, I translated the lyrics of the song O Nosso Tempo by ATOA from Portuguese to English.

Why do we attach so much value to things without value?

And we don't understand that a little has its flavor

It's easier to pay attention to a screen in my hand

Our time has already lost its color

I remember, a few years ago

I didn't make plans, it was all ours

And our kingdom was the field

And where is all that now?

Going to play ball, and each game lasting hours

And I had no hours, nor were there ways

To call home to say I'll be late

The last one to arrive stayed to watch us play

You didn't have WhatsApp, you couldn't be late

And I ran, jumped

One day I was a cop, the next day I was already stealing

The land was calm, people trusted

I walked down the street and didn't see closed doors

When I fell in love, I had to talk face to face

There was no Instagram to declare my love

Everything the guys did, only those who were there saw

They didn't film, they enjoyed, to remember one day

Why do we attach so much value to things without value?

And we don't understand that a little has its flavor

It's easier to pay attention to a screen in my hand

Our time has already lost its color

I wanted Panini stickers

Defending like Maldini, Nesta, Costacurta never got through

There was no internet, just a library

Spinning tops on the ground, trinkets and card games

It's what we bring from that time that matters

Nowadays, there's no shortage of rules

Whistling so as not to knock on the door

Going down the street with wheels on a board

I was a little astronaut

Searching without a map, the ship didn't capsize

But almost

Some bottles were broken, accurate aim

With the ball under control, number 10 was a flash

I have the clock ticking, the kids had more class

I don't care what you do, if it's not done with art

My root has no pot, never had a buddy

And I know that one day later, they'll be able to compare, but

Why do we attach so much value to things without value?

And we don't understand that a little has its flavor

It's easier to pay attention to a screen in my hand

Our time has already lost its color

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SONG MEANING

"O Nosso Tempo" by ATOA featuring Valas is a poignant reflection on the modern world's obsession with superficial distractions, contrasting it with the simplicity and joy of past times. The lyrics lament the loss of genuine connections and experiences in favor of mindlessly scrolling through screens, highlighting the value of cherishing the small moments that truly enrich our lives. Through nostalgic references to childhood games, face-to-face interactions, and analog pastimes, the song encourages listeners to reevaluate their priorities and reclaim the vibrancy that has faded from our hurried, technology-driven existence.

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ATOA O Nosso Tempo Lyrics