"Dem Waktu" by Ungu is a heartfelt song about a person who is torn between two loves. The lyrics express the struggle of the narrator as they cannot forget someone from their past, who is now present in their lives. Despite their efforts, they cannot deny the presence and influence this person has had on their life. The narrator apologizes for betraying the love of their current partner and acknowledges the heaviness in their heart for leaving the other person. They ask for forgiveness with their whole heart if given a choice. The lyrics suggest that if they had never met the second person, everything might have been different. The presence of both their current partner and the person from the past brings them to a state of emotional turmoil and destruction. Throughout the song, the narrator constantly asks for forgiveness for betraying their current partner and leaving the other person. They recognize the passage of time spent with their current partner and it makes them apologize even more for their actions. In summary, "Demi Waktu" portrays the conflict and guilt the narrator feels for betraying their current love due to the lingering presence of someone from their past. They seek forgiveness from both parties, acknowledging their mistakes and the emotional toll it has taken on them.
