En El Jardín (feat. Alejandro Fernández)

“En El Jardín” by Gloria Estefan, featuring Alejandro Fernández, is a poignant ballad that explores themes of love, loss, and renewal. The song uses the metaphor of a garden to represent the emotional landscape of the singers' hearts. Alejandro begins by describing a garden where he once sowed seeds of passion and tenderness, only to see them wither and leave him disillusioned. This imagery of a neglected garden symbolizes the decay of past relationships and the resulting emotional desolation.

Gloria's entrance marks a turning point in the narrative. She sings about bringing new passions and healing to Alejandro's life, symbolized by her gaze and unforgettable kiss. Her presence rejuvenates the garden, suggesting that love has the power to heal and transform. The lyrics emphasize the innocence and purity she brings, which rekindles hope and gives Alejandro a reason to embrace life again. This transformation is beautifully captured in the line, “Hoy me he vuelto a enamorar,” meaning “Today I have fallen in love again.”

The duet culminates in a shared realization of newfound love and happiness. Together, they sing about the rebirth of passion in the once desolate garden, now blooming with a flower that brings joy to their hearts. The repetition of the phrase “Hasta que llegaste tú” underscores the profound impact of Gloria's arrival in Alejandro's life. The song ultimately conveys a message of hope and the enduring power of love to revive and renew even the most barren emotional landscapes.