Sus Ojos Se Cerraron

Carlos Gardel's 'Sus Ojos Se Cerraron' is a poignant tango that speaks to the universal experience of loss and mourning. The song's title, which translates to 'Her Eyes Closed,' immediately sets a somber tone, indicating the passing of a loved one. Gardel, known as one of the most prominent figures in the history of tango, delivers the lyrics with a depth of emotion that resonates with anyone who has experienced grief.

The lyrics describe the narrator's profound sense of loss as he reflects on the silence and absence left behind by his beloved. Phrases like 'Her mouth that was mine no longer kisses me' and 'the cruel silence that hurts me so much' convey the intimate connection that has been severed. The song also touches on the physical manifestations of grief, as the narrator mentions the 'merciful sweetness of her hands' that once comforted him and his inability to find solace in tears. The imagery of death 'crouched' in her kind gaze and the relentless pain that 'clawed into my living flesh' powerfully illustrates the inescapable reality of mortality and the deep wounds it inflicts on the living.

Beyond personal sorrow, the song also reflects on the indifference of the world to individual suffering. The world continues to move on, as the narrator observes the 'carnival of the world' enjoying and laughing while he is left alone with his heartache. This stark contrast highlights the isolation felt in mourning, as life goes on for others, seemingly mocking the pain of those left behind. Gardel's 'Sus Ojos Se Cerraron' is not just a lament over a lost love but also a meditation on the nature of grief and the loneliness that accompanies it.