Tutto Quel Che Ho

Alejandro Sanz's song 'Tutto Quel Che Ho' is a poignant exploration of longing and unfulfilled love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is deeply in love but separated from their beloved. The song opens with a conversation over the phone, highlighting the distance between the two. The protagonist listens to their lover's voice and looks at their photo, feeling the emptiness of promises that are never fully realized. This sense of longing is further emphasized by the mention of Madrid, a city that continues to move and bustle, contrasting with the protagonist's slow, painful passage of time as they think of their lover with other people.

The chorus delves into the illogical nature of love and solitude. The protagonist closes their eyes and imagines an encounter with their lover, expressing a desire to kiss and love them in a way that no one else ever has. This imaginary meeting is described as a 'desperate dream,' underscoring the intensity of their feelings and the hopelessness of their situation. The repeated phrase 'tutto quel che ho' (all that I have) signifies that this dream and the love they feel are the only things keeping them going.

The song also touches on the pain of seeing their lover with someone else. The protagonist asks for one last favor, urging their lover to take care of themselves, acknowledging that self-love is a challenging task. The lyrics suggest that sometimes the heart feels warmer than fire, indicating the depth of their emotional turmoil. The song concludes with a reiteration of the desperate dream, emphasizing that this love, though unfulfilled, is everything to the protagonist. Alejandro Sanz masterfully captures the essence of longing, love, and the pain of separation in 'Tutto Quel Che Ho,' making it a deeply emotional and relatable piece.