Igual que una sombra

Enrique Cadícamo's song "Igual que una sombra" delves into the profound and lingering pain of lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who encounters his former lover after a year, only to find her with someone else. This encounter reopens old wounds, as he reminisces about the love they once shared. The imagery of her being a cherished 'muñeca mimosa' (pampered doll) now belonging to another highlights the depth of his sorrow and the sense of loss he feels. Despite the passage of time, her memory remains a constant presence in his life, haunting him like a shadow.

The song's chorus emphasizes the inescapable nature of his memories. She is described as a shadow that clouds his mind, a figure from his past that continues to affect his present. This metaphor of a shadow is powerful, suggesting that her presence is both intangible and ever-present, a part of his very being that he cannot escape. The repetition of her influence in his 'cuartetas' (verses), 'angustias' (anguish), and 'dolor de poeta' (poet's pain) underscores the pervasive impact she has on his emotional and creative life.

As the song progresses, the arrival of winter symbolizes the cold and emptiness of his life without her. The absence of her calls and tender words leaves him feeling hollow and desolate. Yet, despite this void, she remains an indelible part of his heart and soul. His 'versos tristes' (sad verses) and 'tangos de dolor' (tangos of pain) are dedicated to her, reflecting the enduring nature of his love and the sorrow it brings. Cadícamo's poignant lyrics capture the essence of a love that, though lost, continues to shape and define the lover's existence.