De Cerca

Hereford's song 'De Cerca' delves into the complexities of human connection and the paradoxes that come with it. The recurring line 'Desde donde estamos nos podemos ver' (From where we are, we can see each other) suggests a sense of proximity despite physical or emotional distance. This line serves as a metaphor for the interconnectedness of people, even when they are apart. The song reflects on how news and surprises often arrive unexpectedly, disrupting our lives and reminding us that not everything is within our control. The lyrics 'Y ya sabes no siempre que querés podes, y es así' (And you know, not always when you want, you can, and that's how it is) emphasize the inevitability of life's disappointments and the limitations we face.

The song also touches on the theme of enduring pain and the passage of time. 'Hay dolores que no mata el tiempo, no lo podemos dominar' (There are pains that time does not kill, we cannot dominate it) speaks to the enduring nature of certain emotional wounds. Despite our efforts to hide or overcome these pains, they remain a part of us. The lyrics suggest that the same effort that makes us unique also unites us in our shared struggles. This duality is captured in the line 'El esfuerzo que te hace distinto es el mismo que nos hace igual' (The effort that makes you different is the same that makes us the same).

Furthermore, the song explores the idea of personal growth and the pursuit of the impossible. The lines 'Para volar y para llegar a lados diferentes en donde nunca fuiste' (To fly and to reach different places where you have never been) and 'Para saber que vas a hacer cosas imposibles de las que nunca hiciste' (To know that you will do impossible things that you have never done) inspire a sense of ambition and the courage to venture into the unknown. Hereford encourages listeners to embrace their unique efforts and challenges as a means to achieve extraordinary feats. The song ultimately conveys a message of resilience, unity, and the relentless pursuit of personal and collective growth.