Divididos

The song 'Divididos' by Hoja de Parra delves into the emotional landscape of separation and longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of solitude and the quiet moments when the world seems to stand still. The imagery of silence and the wind emphasizes the stillness and the frozen passage of time, reflecting the deep sense of loss and yearning for a connection that feels out of reach. The repetition of these moments underscores the persistent nature of the narrator's feelings, suggesting that this sense of division is a constant presence in their life.

A central theme in the song is the idea that dreams and reality are intertwined, yet distinctly separate. The line 'un sueño no es un sueño si es que tú no estás en él' (a dream is not a dream if you are not in it) highlights the emptiness the narrator feels without the presence of the other person. This sentiment is further emphasized by the metaphor of a story made of 'mil trozos de papel' (a thousand pieces of paper), suggesting that without this person, life feels fragmented and incomplete. The narrator's dreams serve as a refuge where they can reunite with the person they miss, even if only in their imagination.

The song also touches on the hope that one day, these dreams might become reality. Despite acknowledging the differences and the separation ('tu mundo es muy distinto al mío'), there is a persistent hope that their fantasies might come true. This hope is a guiding force for the narrator, providing a sense of direction and purpose amidst the division. The repetition of the phrase 'tal vez mis fantasías se volverán en realidad un día' (maybe my fantasies will become reality one day) reinforces this longing and the belief in the possibility of reunion, no matter how distant it may seem.