Madre
Enrique Y Ana
A Heartfelt Ode to a Lost Mother
Enrique Y Ana's song 'Madre' is a poignant tribute to a mother who has passed away. The lyrics convey a deep sense of loss and longing, as the singer grapples with the absence of his mother. The opening lines, 'Yo no sé si existía el cielo aquel día en que te perdí,' express a profound uncertainty and sorrow, questioning the very existence of heaven on the day of her loss. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which is filled with a mixture of grief and a yearning for connection.
The chorus, 'Madre, madre, hoy te quiero cantar, madre, madre hoy te quiero besar,' is a simple yet powerful declaration of love and a desire to honor his mother. The repetition of these lines underscores the depth of his emotions and his need to express his feelings, even though she is no longer physically present. The imagery of the sun illuminating the sky and bringing solace to his loneliness is a beautiful metaphor for the enduring presence of his mother's love and guidance, even from afar.
Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of distance and separation, as seen in the lines 'Desde tan lejos me mandas besos, me das consejos, pero tú no estás.' This highlights the bittersweet nature of the singer's memories and the comfort he finds in the thought that his mother is still watching over him, offering advice and affection from a distance. 'Madre' is a touching and heartfelt ode that captures the universal experience of losing a loved one and the enduring bond that remains.