Que Sera de Mi
Hazel
The Ephemeral Nature of Love in 'Que Sera de Mi'
In 'Que Sera de Mi,' Hazel delves into the transient and often painful nature of love. The song opens with a reflection on past romances that have all ended in failure, likening them to the 'manzana de la discordia' or the apple of discord, a reference to Greek mythology where an apple caused strife among goddesses. This metaphor sets the tone for the song, suggesting that love, while beautiful, often leads to conflict and eventual downfall.
The chorus, 'Qué será de mí, qué será del gran amor,' questions the future of the singer and the grand love that has been lost. The repetition of 'todo se perdió, todo terminó' emphasizes the finality and the sense of loss. The imagery of love sinking before the storm suggests that the relationship ended before it could face its greatest challenges, leaving the singer to reminisce about what could have been. The line 'Yo te recordaré, tú me recordarás, sólo en sueños' highlights the lingering memories that haunt the singer, confined to the realm of dreams.
The song also touches on the inevitability of change and the passage of time. The verse 'Sabes que nada es eterno' serves as a poignant reminder that nothing lasts forever, not even love. The sight of a former lover with someone new triggers a reflection on the impermanence of relationships and the inevitability of moving on. Hazel's melancholic tone and evocative lyrics capture the bittersweet essence of love lost, making 'Que Sera de Mi' a poignant exploration of the fragility of human connections.