Otoño Blanco
Cielo Razzo
Nostalgia and Longing in 'Otoño Blanco' by Cielo Razzo
In 'Otoño Blanco,' Cielo Razzo delves into themes of nostalgia, loss, and the passage of time. The song opens with a reflection on how the streets feel strange and unfamiliar, suggesting a sense of disconnection and change. The protagonist feels forgotten, as if their very identity has shifted, and everything appears in sepia tones, symbolizing a faded past. This imagery of sepia and slow walking evokes a melancholic atmosphere, emphasizing the weight of memories and the difficulty of moving forward.
The lyrics further explore the protagonist's complex emotions through a series of metaphors. They describe themselves as 'the shadow of forgetfulness,' 'the good tear,' and 'the prisoner in your sentence,' highlighting feelings of being trapped in past emotions and memories. The mention of being 'the tree that burns' and 'the good Samaritan who sometimes throws stones' adds layers of contradiction, suggesting a struggle between kindness and anger, or perhaps the duality of human nature. The protagonist acknowledges that they are not returning to reclaim what was once offered, indicating a resignation to the loss.
The chorus brings a poignant realization: 'Lejos las manos que no pensé, suelo extrañarte para volver, otoño blanco ahora lo sé, tu vuelta querer, tu vuelta querer.' This translates to a longing for a return, a desire to reconnect with what has been lost. The phrase 'otoño blanco' or 'white autumn' could symbolize a time of reflection and clarity, where the protagonist comes to terms with their feelings and the changes that have occurred. The repetition of 'tu vuelta querer' underscores the deep yearning for reunion and the hope that it might still be possible.