Si Te Vas

El Tambor de La Tribu's song 'Si Te Vas' delves into the profound emotional turmoil that accompanies the end of a significant relationship. The lyrics poignantly capture the pain of separation, as the narrator reflects on the time spent sharing their heart with someone who is now leaving. The opening lines, 'Cuánto tiempo compartiendo el corazón / Que he entregado y se desgarra en este adiós,' set the stage for a narrative steeped in sorrow and longing. The use of the word 'desgarra' (tears apart) vividly conveys the intense emotional pain of saying goodbye.

The song also explores themes of uncertainty and existential questioning. The repeated query, 'Si te vas, ¿a dónde irás?' (If you leave, where will you go?), highlights the narrator's desperation and confusion about the future. This uncertainty is compounded by questions about whether the new person in their ex-partner's life will measure up, both emotionally and physically. The line '¿será igual el peso de su cuerpo?' (will the weight of their body be the same?) underscores the deep personal connection and intimacy that the narrator fears losing.

In the chorus, the narrator's sense of loss is palpable as they acknowledge that all they will have left are memories: 'Sólo me quedará vivir de tu recuerdo.' This sentiment is further emphasized by the haunting imagery of silence flooding the heart, 'Y el silencio inunda ya mi corazón,' symbolizing the void left by the departed lover. The song concludes with a sense of relentless pursuit, as the narrator admits to chasing their lost love in dreams, 'Y yo voy persiguiéndote / Como un loco / En mis sueños.' This final image encapsulates the enduring impact of the relationship and the difficulty of moving on.