Cisne Blanco

Chavela Vargas' song 'Cisne Blanco' is a poetic exploration of eternal love and the power of dreams. The lyrics invite the listener to dream and imagine a deep, soulful connection between two lovers. The imagery of a 'ray of sun' entering the 'balcony' of one's soul suggests a love that brings warmth and light, symbolizing hope and happiness. This metaphor emphasizes the transformative power of love, capable of making the heart feel eternally joyful.

The song continues to weave a tapestry of romantic and serene images, such as 'libar el néctar de tus labios' (sipping the nectar of your lips) and 'una noche azul' (a blue night). These phrases evoke a sense of intimacy and tranquility, painting a picture of a peaceful, solitary forest where love blossoms. The 'eyes' that 'illuminate' the singer's life further highlight the theme of love as a guiding light, leading them through the 'path of love' on the 'wings of an illusion.' This suggests that love, even if it feels like a dream or an illusion, has the power to guide and uplift.

The recurring motif of the 'Cisne Blanco' (White Swan) symbolizes purity, grace, and the ethereal nature of love. The swan's gentle touch, likened to 'acariciar las aguas de cristal' (caressing the crystal waters), represents the soothing and healing power of love. The song culminates in a vision of eternal togetherness, where the lovers find a 'gondola callada' (silent gondola) anchored in a serene, mountainous landscape by the sea. This final image of 'unida nuestras almas' (our souls united) in an eternal, silver night encapsulates the timeless and transcendent nature of their love.