Saxayah Tempt touches on the painful realities of separation, broken relationships and the emotional impact on children with “Our Love, Their Tears,” a heartfelt bonus track that reminds parents that even when love between two people comes to an end, their responsibilities toward their children remain.
Built around the difficult experience of a relationship falling apart, the song tells the story of two people struggling with hurt, blame and disappointment while recognising that their children should not have to suffer because of their differences. Through its emotional lyrics, Saxayah Tempt highlights a reality many separated families face: the end of a romantic relationship does not mean the end of parenthood.
The chorus delivers the song’s central message with powerful simplicity: “We may no longer be together, but they will always be our children.” This sentiment runs throughout the track, encouraging parents to put their children’s emotional well-being first, even when reconciliation is no longer possible. Rather than dwelling entirely on the pain of separation, the song calls for understanding, shared responsibility and a willingness to find a better way forward.
One of the track’s most touching moments comes when the lyrics imagine children asking whether their mother is leaving or their father will stay. These questions bring the consequences of separation into focus, reminding listeners that children can struggle to understand why the people they love are no longer together. The song reinforces the importance of making them feel safe, reminding them that they do not have to choose sides and that they deserve love from both parents.
Adding another dimension to the record, Saxayah Tempt blends English, French and Lingala throughout the lyrics. Phrases such as “Bolingo ekufi, kasi bana bazali” reinforce the message that even when a relationship ends, the children remain. The multilingual approach gives the song a personal touch while allowing its message to reach listeners across different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
With “Our Love, Their Tears,” Saxayah Tempt addresses a sensitive subject with a clear and compassionate message. The track acknowledges the pain that comes with a broken relationship while encouraging parents to keep their children’s needs at the centre of their decisions. Its message is simple but important: a relationship may end, but the love, care and responsibility children deserve should never disappear with it.
“Our Love, Their Tears” is a reminder that children should never have to carry the weight of their parents’ heartbreak.
