Cada una de tus cosas

Andrés Calamaro's song "Cada una de tus cosas" is a heartfelt ode to the joy and meaning that love brings into one's life. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lover waiting by the river, filled with a mix of anticipation and happiness. The imagery of writing a 'rumbita'—a small rumba—while waiting suggests a spontaneous and joyful expression of love, capturing the essence of the moment. The 'pechito inquieto y alegre' (restless and happy little chest) and the 'andar de no ser de acá' (walk of not being from here) evoke a sense of otherworldly bliss and excitement that love can bring.

The song delves deeper into the emotional landscape of the lover, describing the beloved's smile as a 'rosa de Hiroshima,' a metaphor that combines beauty with a sense of mystery and profound impact. This line suggests that the beloved's presence is both enchanting and transformative, much like the powerful and haunting image of a rose in the aftermath of Hiroshima. The rumba, a lively and rhythmic dance, symbolizes the fleeting yet eternal moments of joy that the beloved brings, encapsulating the essence of their relationship.

Calamaro's lyrics emphasize the timeless and infinite nature of love, describing how every day and every second is filled with the 'alegría de vivir' (joy of living) and the meaning that comes from being together. The repetition of 'en el cielo, en el suelo, en cada una de tus cosas' (in the sky, on the ground, in each one of your things) underscores the omnipresence of the beloved in the lover's life. This line suggests that love permeates every aspect of existence, from the mundane to the celestial, making life infinitely richer and more meaningful.