Fantasma Soy

Gustavo Cordera's 'Fantasma Soy' is a poignant exploration of existential angst and the passage of time. The song opens with vivid imagery of a scorching sun and a longing to escape to the moon, symbolizing a desire to flee from the harsh realities of life. The 'tibia luz oscura' (warm dark light) and 'besos de la bruma' (kisses of the mist) evoke a sense of nostalgia and yearning for a comforting, yet elusive, past. This sets the tone for a reflective journey through the singer's memories and emotions.

Cordera delves into the contrast between youthful vigor and the weariness of age. The 'memoria celular' (cellular memory) holds onto the 'juveniles ganas' (youthful desires), but the 'cansado corazón' (tired heart) binds him to the bed, illustrating the physical and emotional toll of time. The recurring refrain 'Me voy, me fui, no estoy aquí, fantasma soy' (I go, I went, I am not here, I am a ghost) underscores a sense of disconnection from the present, as if the singer is merely a ghost of his former self, haunted by the passage of time.

The song also touches on the bittersweet nature of childhood and the inevitable pain that accompanies growth. The 'barco de papel' (paper boat) of his childhood and the 'desborde de emoción' (overflow of emotion) that led him to the peak of his experiences are contrasted with the enduring pain that still claims him. The line 'no llegaré a ser feliz hasta verme el alma' (I will not be happy until I see my soul) suggests a deep, introspective quest for self-understanding and fulfillment. 'Fantasma Soy' is a hauntingly beautiful reflection on the ephemeral nature of life and the enduring quest for meaning and happiness.