730 Días

In '730 Días,' Jorge Drexler crafts a poignant narrative of love, healing, and the passage of time. The song's title, which translates to '730 Days,' immediately sets the stage for a story spanning two years. Drexler's lyrics are rich with imagery and metaphors, painting a vivid picture of a transformative relationship that has left an indelible mark on his life.

The song begins with the lines, 'No hay rincón en esta casa que no te haga regresar,' suggesting that every corner of his home is filled with memories of a significant other. This metaphor of the house as a repository of memories is further expanded with 'Cada grano de memoria, y la casa es un arenal,' likening memories to grains of sand in a vast desert. This imagery conveys the overwhelming presence of these memories, making it impossible to escape their influence.

As the song progresses, Drexler describes a journey to the 'playas' or beaches, where he intended to stay for a day but ended up staying for two years. This metaphorical journey represents a period of emotional healing and growth. The lines 'Fuí lamiendo tus heridas, fuiste dándome un remanso' highlight a reciprocal relationship where both parties find solace and healing in each other. The imagery of the moon and the heart in 'A la sombra de tu luna se acunó mi corazón' suggests a nurturing and protective love that has rejuvenated him, erasing his worries and illuminating his life.

The culmination of this journey is captured in the final lines, where Drexler speaks of his songs germinating and the 'reloj de arena' or hourglass stopping for 730 days. This signifies a period where time seemed to stand still, allowing for profound personal and artistic growth. Through '730 Días,' Drexler beautifully encapsulates the essence of a transformative love that has left an everlasting impact on his life and art.