Naranjo en flor

Homero Expósito's 'Naranjo en flor' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the passage of time. The song opens with a tender description of a past love, comparing her to the softness of water and the freshness of a river, symbolized by the 'naranjo en flor' (orange blossom). This imagery evokes a sense of purity and fleeting beauty, setting the stage for a narrative steeped in nostalgia and melancholy.

The lyrics delve into the inevitable stages of life and love: suffering, loving, parting, and finally, wandering aimlessly. The 'perfume de naranjo en flor' represents the ephemeral nature of promises and love, which, like the scent of blossoms, are carried away by the wind. This metaphor underscores the transient and often elusive nature of happiness and fulfillment in relationships. The singer reflects on the futility of dwelling on the future ('Después...¿qué importa el después?'), as his life is anchored in the past, a past that holds him captive in an 'eterna y vieja juventud'—an eternal and old youth that has left him feeling like a 'pájaro sin luz' (a bird without light).

The song also touches on themes of regret and self-reproach. The singer questions what his hands might have done to cause such enduring pain, suggesting a deep sense of guilt and sorrow. The 'dolor de vieja arboleda' (pain of an old grove) and 'canción de esquina' (corner song) evoke a sense of enduring sadness and the remnants of a life once vibrant but now overshadowed by loss. 'Naranjo en flor' is a masterful blend of lyrical beauty and emotional depth, capturing the essence of a love that has left an indelible mark on the soul.