Îngropat literally means "buried". It's a powerful and evocative word that goes beyond simple sadness, suggesting a deliberate act of putting something away permanently.
In the song, the artist sings, "Toate amintirile cu noi le-am îngropat" (All the memories with us, I have buried them). This metaphor vividly conveys the depth of her pain and her attempt to move on by symbolically burying the past, making it a memorable and impactful word choice.
“Te Strig” is a heartfelt pop ballad where Romanian singer Ioana Ignat turns personal heartbreak into a powerful sing-along. The title means “I Call You”, and throughout the song she literally cries out for a lost lover who no longer hears her. We hear images of buried memories, unwatered flowers and empty wine glasses, painting a vivid scene of someone fighting the tug-of-war between longing and letting go.
Despite the repeated call—“Te strig, te strig, te strig” (I call you, I call you, I call you)—the chorus shows that he is “departe” (far away). So she makes a promise to herself: no more tears, no more late-night wine, no more looking back. The song’s upbeat melody contrasts with its bittersweet lyrics, turning pain into empowerment and inviting listeners to sing out their own goodbyes while dancing to a catchy pop groove.