Volveremos

Ismael Serrano's song 'Volveremos' is a poignant reflection on resilience, hope, and the cyclical nature of struggle and renewal. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world fraught with challenges and disappointments, yet imbued with an enduring spirit of defiance and optimism. Serrano begins by acknowledging the tendency to dwell on failures and the human inclination to delay facing the finality of certain moments. Despite this, he emphasizes the importance of living fully—drinking, smoking, loving, and experiencing life intensely, even if it means occasionally failing to meet the societal expectation of constant happiness.

The song's imagery of a city resembling 'Fort Apache' on the brink of collapse serves as a metaphor for the broader societal and personal struggles. However, Serrano counters this bleak vision with a powerful declaration of hope: 'Volveremos a asaltar los cielos' (We will storm the heavens again). This line, along with the promise that the streets will burn brightly once more, symbolizes a return to activism, passion, and the fight for a better future. The recurring motif of a 'spring' shining on the skin, red with caramel-colored light, evokes a sense of renewal and beauty emerging from the chaos.

Serrano's lyrics also touch on the passage of time and the broken promises it often brings. He reflects on missed opportunities and the urgency of the present, juxtaposing personal experiences with global events such as the suffering in Palestine and the violence in Baghdad. Despite witnessing these harsh realities, Serrano maintains that age does not necessitate surrender. The repeated refrain of 'Volveremos' (We will return) serves as a rallying cry for reclaiming freedom, purity, and a hopeful future, symbolized by the simple yet powerful image of placing flowers in one's hair.