Nuestro Secreto
Arturo Zambo Cavero
The Intimacy of Hidden Love in 'Nuestro Secreto'
The song 'Nuestro Secreto' by Arturo Zambo Cavero is a tender portrayal of a secret love affair, one that is cherished and protected by the individuals involved. The lyrics speak to the discretion and commitment to keep their relationship away from the public eye. The repeated lines 'Este secreto que tienes conmigo nadie lo sabrá' (This secret that you have with me, no one will know) and 'Este secreto seguira escondido una eternidad' (This secret will remain hidden for an eternity) emphasize the promise of eternal secrecy and the importance of privacy in their love.
Arturo Zambo Cavero, a revered Peruvian singer known for his interpretation of Afro-Peruvian and criolla music, often sang about themes of love, culture, and everyday life. In 'Nuestro Secreto,' he captures the intensity and passion of a clandestine relationship. The lyrics 'Nadie sabrá que tu pecho, juntito al mío ha latido' (No one will know that your chest, close to mine, has beaten) and 'Nunca diré que hubo noches que te adoré con locura' (I will never say that there were nights when I adored you with madness) convey the depth of emotion and the intimate moments shared between the lovers that will forever remain undisclosed.
The song's essence lies in the beauty of a hidden romance and the lovers' dedication to keeping their bond a secret. It reflects the bittersweet nature of such relationships, where the joy of love is mingled with the pain of concealment. 'Nuestro Secreto' is a celebration of love in its most private form, a love that is fully known only to the ones who share it, and is kept away from the judgment and interference of the outside world.