Siempre
César Román
Eternal Love and Longing in 'Siempre' by César Román
César Román's song 'Siempre' is a heartfelt ballad that delves into the themes of eternal love and longing. The lyrics express a deep sense of incompleteness and yearning that the protagonist feels in the absence of their beloved. The opening lines, 'Sin ti mi vida yo no era nada / Aqui en mi pecho tu amor faltaba,' set the tone for the song, highlighting the emptiness and void left by the absence of the loved one. This sentiment is further emphasized as the protagonist describes seeing their beloved in dreams, only to wake up and find them gone, creating a poignant contrast between the dream world and reality.
The imagery of searching for the beloved's footprints 'Por todas partes busque tus huellas / De ningun modo pude encontrarlas' conveys a sense of desperation and hopelessness. However, the narrative takes a hopeful turn when the beloved appears 'desde el cielo' like a star, symbolizing a divine or fated reunion. This celestial imagery suggests that their love is not only profound but also destined, transcending earthly boundaries. The protagonist's declaration, 'Desde entonces me he enamorado de tiii / Tu vives eternamente en mi,' underscores the eternal nature of their love, which lives on in their heart and mind.
The chorus, with its repetitive use of 'Siempre,' reinforces the idea of perpetual presence and unending love. The lines 'Siempre, siempre tu estas presente / En mi corazon y en mi mente' emphasize that the beloved is always present in the protagonist's heart and mind, regardless of physical absence. The desire to have the beloved 'Aqui a mi lado y no perderte' and 'Entre mis brazos y no perderte' reflects a longing for physical closeness and the fear of losing them again. Overall, 'Siempre' is a touching ode to enduring love, capturing the essence of longing, hope, and the eternal bond between two souls.