Hay amor

Alejandro Fernández's song 'Hay amor' is a poignant exploration of love and loss, capturing the deep sorrow and longing that comes with separation. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lover left behind, lying by the riverbank, surrounded by nature, yet feeling utterly alone. The imagery of being 'recostado en la ojarasca' (lying on the fallen leaves) and 'a la orillita del rio' (by the riverbank) evokes a sense of stillness and melancholy, emphasizing the protagonist's deep connection to the natural world as he grapples with his emotions.

The recurring refrain 'Hay amor, si supieras, si supieras, cuantas noches he pasado, esperando que volvieras' (Oh love, if you knew, if you knew, how many nights I've spent, waiting for you to return) underscores the theme of unfulfilled longing. The repetition of 'esperando' (waiting) highlights the endless, torturous wait for a loved one who may never return. This sentiment is further amplified by the line 'quien se va no sufre tanto, sufre mas el que se queda' (the one who leaves doesn't suffer as much, the one who stays suffers more), which poignantly captures the agony of being left behind.

The song also touches on the bittersweet memories of a past love, with references to the trees and fireflies that witnessed their love. The line 'la noche que fui tan tuyo, la noche que fuiste mia' (the night I was so yours, the night you were mine) evokes a sense of nostalgia and loss, as the protagonist reminisces about a time when their love was mutual and all-consuming. Alejandro Fernández's emotive delivery and the song's haunting melody further enhance the sense of heartache and longing, making 'Hay amor' a powerful ode to the pain of waiting and the enduring hope for a love that may never return.