Sognare
Division Minuscula
The Haunting Melancholy of 'Sognare'
The song 'Sognare' by Division Minuscula, a Mexican rock band known for their emotive lyrics and powerful melodies, delves into themes of love, regret, and the inability to commit. The lyrics express a deep sense of self-awareness and honesty from the narrator, who acknowledges their shortcomings in a relationship and the struggle to be present.
The opening lines set the tone for the song, as the narrator admits to breaking a promise of never failing their partner. This confession is coupled with the realization that they are lost, both literally and metaphorically, and that the substances they're using to cope are only causing more harm. The chorus, 'Soñare contigo, si puedo dormir,' which translates to 'I will dream of you, if I can sleep,' reflects a yearning for connection and the pain of separation, suggesting that the only place they can be together is in dreams.
The song also touches on the concept of love and whether the narrator has ever truly experienced it. The lines 'O nací enamorado / O en verdad nunca lo he estado' suggest a dichotomy between being born in love or never having loved at all. The narrator's decision to send their 'angel de la guarda' (guardian angel) to watch over their partner, while distancing themselves, is a poignant metaphor for self-sacrifice and the desire to protect the other person from their own destructive behavior.