Me Va a Faltar El Aire

Dry River's song 'Me Va a Faltar El Aire' delves deep into the themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the burdens we carry. The lyrics reflect a longing to return to a simpler time, free from the complexities and responsibilities that come with age. The opening lines, '¿Cuántos pasos di de más / Para que creas que no tengo miedo / De caminar?' suggest a facade of bravery, masking the fear and uncertainty that accompany life's journey. This sets the tone for a reflective and introspective narrative.

The recurring dream of changing the rules of the game and turning back the sands of time, 'Hoy he vuelto a soñar que cambiaban las reglas del juego / Que podías voltear ese viejo reloj / De arena y llevarme a casa hoy,' symbolizes a desire to escape the relentless march of time. The plea, 'Júrame que vas a hacer que pare, haz por mí que pare,' is a desperate cry for respite from the pressures and expectations that weigh heavily on the narrator. This metaphor of time as a burdensome load is further emphasized with the line, 'No quiero cargar con tu equipaje, me va a faltar el aire,' illustrating how the weight of past experiences and responsibilities can suffocate one's spirit.

The song also touches on the loss of innocence and the yearning to reclaim it. '¿Dónde debo regresar / Para poder recobrar de nuevo / La ingenuidad?' speaks to a desire to return to a state of naivety and simplicity, where the passage of time was not a pressing concern. The imagery of counting time 'grano a grano' and almost forgetting that 'el viaje no ha acabado' serves as a poignant reminder that life is ongoing, and the journey is far from over. Dry River's evocative lyrics and melancholic tone capture the universal human experience of grappling with time, memory, and the weight of our personal histories.