Como La Marea

Alberto Cortez's song 'Como La Marea' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the cyclical nature of relationships. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lover who leaves and returns, much like the ebb and flow of the tide. The song begins with a departure, set against the backdrop of a sunny morning in spring. The lover leaves, speaking of existential dilemmas and the need to break free from the constraints of routine. This departure is likened to the tide receding from the shore, leaving behind a sense of emptiness and the arduous task of extinguishing dreams and hopes.

The chorus reinforces this imagery, comparing the lover's departure to the tide that stirs the sand and hastens the protagonist's sorrows. The metaphor of the tide is powerful, symbolizing the natural, inevitable cycles of coming and going, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies these changes. The protagonist is left to grapple with the void and the lingering hope that the lover might return, leaving the soul and the door open for their possible return.

In the latter part of the song, the lover does return, again like the tide, bringing with them the promise of healing and the rekindling of dreams. The return is described as a moment of renewal, washing away the protagonist's sorrows and reigniting their deepest aspirations. The protagonist, however, remains cautious, metaphorically barring the door to prevent another departure. This cyclical narrative captures the essence of human relationships, marked by moments of separation and reunion, and the enduring hope for stability and lasting love.