Rewind

Vasco Rossi's song 'Rewind' delves into the intense emotions and desires that come with infatuation and longing. The repetitive 'la la la' serves as a rhythmic backdrop, almost hypnotic, drawing listeners into the singer's emotional state. The lyrics express a deep yearning for a person who seems to be the center of the singer's world, capturing his thoughts and breaths. This person is described as the only one who truly matters, despite the presence of others. The metaphor of feeling someone 'inside like a punch' when they dance highlights the visceral impact this person has on the singer.

The song also explores the theme of desire and the fantasy of possession. The singer imagines intimate moments, wanting to hold and kiss the object of his affection, and even fantasizes about rewinding these moments to savor them repeatedly. The use of 'rewind' and 'slow motion' in the lyrics suggests a desire to capture and prolong the fleeting expressions of joy and pleasure on the person's face, which can only be fully appreciated when time is slowed down. This imagery conveys a sense of wanting to hold onto and relive the moments of connection and intimacy.

Additionally, 'Rewind' touches on the idea of living through illusions and emotions that the other person may not even be aware of. The singer admits to helping himself with illusions and living off the emotions that the other person unknowingly provides. This highlights a one-sided aspect of the relationship, where the singer's intense feelings and fantasies are not necessarily reciprocated. The song captures the bittersweet nature of unrequited love and the longing to make fleeting moments last forever.