El Tiempo Está Después

Fernando Cabrera's song 'El Tiempo Está Después' is a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the lingering feelings of nostalgia and solitude. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a specific location, the intersection of Llupes street and Belvedere, which serves as a backdrop for the artist's introspective journey. The mention of the train's whistle 'with sadness' suggests a farewell or a departure, which could symbolize the end of a relationship or a phase in life. The 'infinite rows' leaving Central may represent the routine of daily life and the people we encounter along the way.

The springtime in the neighborhood is personified as 'loneliness,' indicating a sense of isolation despite the renewal and growth typically associated with the season. The 'cries of tenderness' knocking on the door could be the unfulfilled desires and emotions seeking to be acknowledged and embraced. The rain in the rush hour metaphorically washes away the possibility of closeness, as the narrator notes that his tears will no longer be kept in the pockets of the other's coat, signifying a change in the relationship and perhaps personal growth or change in the other person.

The song concludes with a hopeful yet uncertain future reunion during another carnival, a time of celebration and masks. The lyrics suggest that if we learn that there is no corner or hiding place that can dissolve what we once were, we might be fortunate. This implies that our past experiences and who we were remain with us, undiluted by time or space. 'El Tiempo Está Después' is a contemplative piece that invites listeners to reflect on their own past, the inevitability of change, and the enduring nature of our experiences and relationships.