Dormida

In 'Dormida,' Caifanes delves into the profound themes of loss, longing, and the haunting presence of a past love. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the absence of a loved one, whose memory continues to cast a shadow over their life. The opening lines, 'Cada segundo sin tu piel, me va secando la voz,' suggest that the absence of the loved one is so intense that it dries up the speaker's voice, symbolizing a loss of vitality and expression. This metaphor extends to the idea that every 'ladrido en tu pael' (bark in your skin) withers their love, indicating that the pain of separation is both physical and emotional.

The imagery of searching 'a ciegas, en un sepulcro sin puertas' (blindly, in a tomb without doors) evokes a sense of hopelessness and entrapment. The speaker is trapped in a cycle of searching for something that is no longer there, highlighting the futility and despair of their quest. The repeated assertion that 'yo se bien que estas dormida' (I know well that you are asleep) suggests that the loved one is not physically dead but is unreachable, perhaps lost in memories or another state of being. This idea is reinforced by the mention of 'recuerdos de otra vida' (memories of another life), hinting at a past connection that continues to haunt the present.

The song also explores the idea of being unable to move on, as the speaker's feet 'no me obedecen' (do not obey me) and want to lead them to the desert or hell. This metaphorical journey to desolate and infernal places underscores the depth of their despair and the lengths they are willing to go to reconnect with the lost love. The repetition of the phrase 'aunque te escondas como niña' (even if you hide like a child) adds a layer of innocence and vulnerability to the loved one, making the separation even more poignant. Ultimately, 'Dormida' is a powerful exploration of the enduring pain of lost love and the struggle to find closure in the face of overwhelming memories.