A La Orilla Del Mar

Javier Solís's song "A La Orilla Del Mar" is a poignant ballad that captures the essence of love, loss, and longing. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is deeply in love, yet finds himself separated from his beloved. The song begins with the narrator expressing his intention to sing a song he learned by the sea, a place that holds significant emotional value for him. This setting by the sea symbolizes a place of memories and farewells, as he carries the song in his heart like the last goodbye given to him by his love.

The lyrics further delve into the depth of his emotions, describing his beloved's love as his guiding light and her gaze as his source of illumination. The pain of parting is palpable as he expresses his desire to live by her side, yet he is forced to leave. The tropical night, filled with warmth and sensuality, contrasts sharply with his inner turmoil and loneliness. This juxtaposition highlights the intensity of his sorrow and the depth of his love.

In the latter part of the song, the narrator suggests that if his beloved wishes to remember their love, she should look by the sea where he engraved her name in the sand. This act of engraving her name symbolizes the permanence of his love and the indelible mark she has left on his heart. The song concludes with a heart-wrenching farewell, as he acknowledges that he cannot live without her and bids goodbye to the love that was once his greatest joy. The tropical night, once a symbol of their love, now becomes a backdrop for his sorrowful departure.