¿Viste tu?

Crystal Lewis's song "¿Viste tu?" is a poignant reflection on the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The repetitive questioning in the lyrics, "¿Viste tu cuando en la cruz murio?" (Did you see when He died on the cross?), serves as a powerful rhetorical device, inviting listeners to deeply contemplate the events of the crucifixion. The repetition of the phrase "¡Oh! Hay veces que al pensarlo tiemblo, tiemblo, tiemblo" (Oh! Sometimes when I think about it, I tremble, tremble, tremble) underscores the emotional and spiritual impact of these events on the believer. This trembling signifies a profound sense of awe and reverence for the sacrifice made by Jesus.

The song continues to explore the moments of Jesus's death, burial, and resurrection, each time asking the listener if they witnessed these pivotal events. The line "¿Viste tu cuando expiro alli?" (Did you see when He expired there?) and "¿Viste tu cuando enterrado fue?" (Did you see when He was buried?) further emphasize the gravity of Jesus's suffering and the finality of His death. The repetition of these questions serves to deepen the listener's engagement with the narrative, encouraging a personal connection to the story of Jesus's passion.

The final verse shifts from the somber tone of the previous verses to one of triumph and joy, with the question "¿Viste tu cuando el resucito?" (Did you see when He resurrected?). The response changes to "¡Oh! Hay veces que al pensarlo digo gloria, gloria, gloria!" (Oh! Sometimes when I think about it, I say glory, glory, glory!). This shift highlights the transformative power of the resurrection, offering a message of hope and redemption. Crystal Lewis's soulful delivery and the song's simple yet profound lyrics make "¿Viste tu?" a moving meditation on the central events of the Christian faith.