A Cartas Vistas

Buitres' song 'A Cartas Vistas' delves into the poignant theme of lost love and the lingering pain that accompanies it. The lyrics narrate a story of return, reflecting on past verses and memories that haunt the present. The phrase 'pedí jugar a cartas vistas' (I asked to play with open cards) suggests a desire for transparency and honesty in a relationship, yet the outcome is a profound sense of loss and silence. The night, once a refuge, now only brings back memories of a love that has faded, symbolized by the 'vidrio' (glass) that opens old wounds.

The chorus captures the essence of the song's sorrow, describing a 'canción herida al viento' (a song wounded in the wind) and a 'solo corazón latiendo' (a single heart beating). These metaphors emphasize the loneliness and the echo of a love that once was. The protagonist feels the voice of their lost love calling from the sea, but it is merely an echo, a painful reminder of what has been lost. The repetition of 'lo que es vivir la vida sin ti' (what it is to live life without you) underscores the deep void left by the absence of the loved one.

The song also touches on the acceptance of fate and the irreversible nature of past actions. The line 'yo pagué por esta vida y no quiero devolución' (I paid for this life and I don't want a refund) reflects a resigned acceptance of the consequences of one's choices. The protagonist acknowledges that their love has moved on to another, just as their kisses once belonged to someone else. The plea to speak to the silence of the lost love highlights the communication breakdown that led to the end of the relationship. 'A Cartas Vistas' is a heartfelt exploration of the pain of lost love, the echoes of memories, and the acceptance of life's irreversible paths.