Aunque No Lo Sepas

The song "Aunque No Lo Sepas" by Clara Lago is a poignant expression of unspoken feelings and a deep connection that exists beneath the surface of overt communication. The lyrics convey a sense of intimacy and a profound bond that the speaker feels with someone who may not be aware of the depth of their emotions. The opening lines reveal that the speaker has created an image or idea of the person they are singing to, suggesting a deep yearning or obsession that has not been communicated. The use of metaphors like 'drogué con promesas' (drugged with promises) and 'he dormido en los coches' (I have slept in cars) illustrates a restless and perhaps unfulfilled life, possibly waiting for a love that is not openly reciprocated.

The song continues to describe a closeness that seems to exist only in the speaker's experience, as they talk about lying close to the person and feeling the cold absence when they leave. The imagery of a bed complaining and the speaker not realizing the other's departure indicates a one-sided relationship or an emotional disconnect. The act of 'blindado mi puerta' (fortifying my door) could symbolize the speaker's attempt to protect themselves from further emotional pain.

In the final verse, the lyrics speak of a shared history, 'nos decíamos tanto' (we told each other so much), and shared experiences, like 'inventamos mareas' (we invented tides) and 'tripulábamos barcos' (we crewed ships), which evoke a sense of partnership and adventure. However, the past tense used throughout suggests that these moments are memories rather than current realities. The song ends with a tender image of the speaker igniting 'el mar de tus labios' (the sea of your lips) with kisses, a metaphor for the passion and life they once brought to the other person's world, which now seems distant or lost.