La Isla de Lesbos

Javiera Mena's song "La Isla de Lesbos" is a powerful anthem of liberation, love, and self-discovery. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman trapped in a seemingly perfect but ultimately confining life. The opening lines, "Casa, jardín y quien pague la cuenta / Prisionera de una vida que parece perfecta," set the stage for a narrative of escape and transformation. The protagonist yearns to break free from societal expectations and embrace her true desires, symbolized by the island of Lesbos, a historical reference to the Greek island associated with the poet Sappho and female same-sex love.

The chorus, with its evocative imagery of a ritual under the moon on the island of Lesbos, speaks to a deeper, almost mystical connection between the lovers. The line "Un beso, Venus contra Venus" highlights the theme of same-sex love, celebrating it as something natural and beautiful. The repetition of "Más allá del bien y el mal" suggests a love that transcends conventional moral boundaries, urging the listener to explore and embrace their true selves without fear of judgment.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring motif of secrecy and hidden desires, as seen in the lines "Susurros al teléfono / Le mientes, dices, nadie llamó." This secrecy underscores the societal pressures and stigmas that still surround same-sex relationships. However, the song ultimately champions freedom and authenticity, as encapsulated in the lines "Hagamos más, pensemos menos / Tu cuerpo y mi cuerpo embonan perfecto / Hoy y siempre seamos libres." Javiera Mena's "La Isla de Lesbos" is not just a song but a call to embrace love in all its forms and to live authentically and freely.