El Porvenir

Guillermina's song 'El Porvenir' delves into the emotional turmoil and existential uncertainty faced by the protagonist. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with fear, loneliness, and the haunting presence of a distant voice. The opening lines, 'Es cruel, a distancia / Ha dejado de hablarme,' set the tone for a narrative of abandonment and the struggle to find courage in the face of fear. The protagonist feels paralyzed by their emotions, as indicated by 'Es mi tiempo de miedo, / de volverme cobarde,' and seeks solace in the earth, which metaphorically 'cries' their tears.

The recurring plea, 'Deja de pensar así y vuelve a mí,' suggests a longing for a return to a state of emotional stability or perhaps a past relationship. This voice, described as the most beautiful ever heard, represents a beacon of hope and guidance. However, the protagonist is caught in a cycle of doubt and fear, unable to fully embrace this guiding voice. The lines 'Si te llevo a ver los vientos, ¿te dejarás caer?' and 'El olvido y una respuesta que no la sé' highlight the internal conflict between surrendering to the unknown and the fear of forgetting or losing oneself.

As the song progresses, the protagonist expresses a desire to break free from this dark place, 'Nunca quiero quedarme en este sitio oscuro,' and to find clarity and direction. The future, or 'el porvenir,' is personified as something that has left them alone but also holds the potential to teach them the way forward. The closing lines, 'Puedo ser más que esto. / Esto fui. Puedo ser campo abierto (si estás en mí),' reflect a glimmer of hope and the possibility of transformation, suggesting that with the right guidance or presence, they can overcome their current state and become something greater.