Volver a los 17

“Volver a los 17” by Duo Coplanacu is a poetic exploration of the transformative power of love and the nostalgic yearning to return to the innocence and intensity of youth. The song begins with the metaphor of returning to the age of 17 after living a century, likening it to deciphering signs without being a competent sage. This imagery sets the stage for a reflection on the fragility and profound emotions experienced in youth, akin to a child standing before God. The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder and vulnerability, capturing the essence of a moment that feels fertile and full of potential.

The song continues with the metaphor of feelings intertwining like ivy on a wall and sprouting like moss on a stone. This imagery suggests the natural and inevitable growth of emotions over time. The singer reflects on how their steps have retraced while others move forward, indicating a personal journey of introspection and emotional revival. The alliances and connections formed throughout life are described as colorful and vibrant, penetrating the singer's being and illuminating their soul, even the harsh chains of destiny are likened to a fine diamond, symbolizing the beauty found in life's challenges.

The lyrics emphasize that sentiment and emotion can achieve what knowledge and rational thought cannot. Love, described as a condescending magician, gently distances us from resentment and violence, restoring innocence. The song portrays love as a whirlwind of original purity, capable of taming even the fiercest creatures and liberating prisoners. Love's efforts transform the old into the young and the wicked into the pure and sincere. The imagery of an open window through which love enters like a warm morning, bringing forth jasmine and adorning the sky, encapsulates the rejuvenating and beautifying power of love. Ultimately, the cherub transforms the singer's years into 17, symbolizing a return to youthful vitality and innocence through the grace of love.