Locura de Amor

Antonio Orozco's 'Locura de Amor' is a poignant exploration of the intense and often tumultuous nature of love. The song opens with a vivid contrast between the two protagonists, Rosa and the narrator. Rosa is described as pure energy and the sun of the day, while the narrator sees himself as a relic of the past, akin to the moon at night. This sets the stage for a passionate yet doomed romance, highlighting the differences that both attract and ultimately separate them.

The narrative unfolds on a summer night, where the two lovers meet and share an intense connection. The imagery of the sun melting ice and the lavish exchange of kisses paints a picture of a love that is both consuming and ephemeral. The chorus, with its repeated lines of 'Locura de amor' (Madness of love) and 'Me siento morir' (I feel like dying), underscores the overwhelming and almost destructive power of their passion. This love is described as a 'tortura de miel' (torture of honey) and 'oscura pasión' (dark passion), suggesting a sweetness that is also painful and a passion that is shadowed by darkness.

As the song progresses, the lovers are depicted as 'amantes destrozados' (shattered lovers) who have gone their separate ways. The narrator's current state of disbelief and reliance on his old guitar contrasts sharply with Rosa, who is loved again but still cries. This final image of the narrator singing while Rosa weeps encapsulates the enduring impact of their past love, a love that was both a source of life and a cause of deep sorrow. 'Locura de Amor' is a testament to the duality of love, capturing its ability to bring both ecstasy and agony.