Madrigal (feat. Tania Libertad)

Armando Manzanero's 'Madrigal,' featuring Tania Libertad, is a poetic and heartfelt ballad that delves into the transformative power of love. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of how being with a loved one can make all the troubles and pains of life fade away. The narrator expresses that when they are with their beloved, they forget about everything else, including their own suffering. This sentiment is beautifully encapsulated in the lines, 'Estando contigo me olvido de todo y de mí,' which translates to 'Being with you, I forget about everything and myself.'

The song uses rich imagery and metaphors to convey the depth of the narrator's feelings. The beloved is described as a light that illuminates the dark path of the narrator's life, symbolizing hope and guidance. The comparison of a rose in the beloved's hair to a star in the sky, and the musical quality of their voice, further emphasize the ethereal and almost magical presence of the loved one. These metaphors highlight the idea that love can elevate the mundane to the extraordinary, making life more bearable and even beautiful.

'Madrigal' also touches on the theme of escapism. The narrator mentions that with their beloved, they do not feel the passage of time or the harshness of the elements like rain and wind. This suggests that love provides a sanctuary, a place where one can escape from the harsh realities of life. The repeated line, 'Porque llevo tu amor en mi pecho como un madrigal,' which means 'Because I carry your love in my chest like a madrigal,' reinforces the idea that love is a constant, soothing presence that offers comfort and solace.