Hombre Al Agua (Sinfónico En Vivo)

Gustavo Cerati's 'Hombre Al Agua (Sinfónico En Vivo)' is a profound exploration of transformation and the inevitability of change. The song opens with the imagery of a long voyage, suggesting a journey through time and experiences. The line 'Todo volverá a ser como fue' (Everything will be as it was) hints at a longing for the past, yet the subsequent verses reveal a deeper narrative of embracing new beginnings. The 'luces en la costa' (lights on the coast) symbolize memories or guiding points from the past, but the protagonist is ready to leap into the unknown, signified by 'salto de cubierta' (jumping off the deck) and surrendering to the current.

The chorus, with its repeated cry of 'Hombre al agua' (Man overboard), serves as a metaphor for the protagonist's plunge into uncertainty. This phrase, often associated with emergency and danger, here represents a deliberate choice to let go and be carried by the flow of life. The 'voces que se agitan' (voices that stir) and 'barco a la deriva' (drifting ship) further emphasize the chaos and unpredictability of this decision. Yet, there is a sense of liberation in 'voy flotando por el río' (I float down the river), suggesting a peaceful acceptance of whatever comes next.

Cerati's lyrics also touch on themes of renewal and rebirth. The dawn ('Amaneció') and the call to 'abre los ojos' (open your eyes) signify awakening and new perspectives. The protagonist's reassurance to 'no estés preocupada' (don't be worried) indicates a calm resolve in facing the future. The song concludes with a powerful image of the protagonist merging with the waves, symbolizing a complete embrace of change and the unknown. Through 'Hombre Al Agua,' Cerati masterfully conveys the beauty and inevitability of transformation, encouraging listeners to find peace in the flow of life's currents.