Corazón Impar

Jorge Drexler's song 'Corazón Impar' delves into the complexities of a unique and solitary heart, one that often feels out of sync with the world around it. The lyrics paint a picture of a heart that only reveals its true self when it is alone, away from the prying eyes of others. This heart, described as 'impar' or odd, grows and expresses itself freely in solitude, suggesting a deep inner world that is both rich and tumultuous.

The song uses metaphors like a 'jeroglífico' (hieroglyph) and a 'rompecabezas' (puzzle) to describe the heart's enigmatic nature. These metaphors highlight the difficulty in understanding such a heart, as it is always missing a piece, always a mystery. The heart's torment and its tendency to 'fuma más de la cuenta' (smoke more than it should) suggest a struggle with inner demons and a search for peace.

Drexler also explores the idea of connection amidst solitude. He proposes that they 'juntemos soledades' (join solitudes), implying that even two solitary beings can find completeness together. The imagery of 'cada naranja tendrá ella sola sus dos mitades' (each orange will have its two halves) reinforces this idea of finding wholeness in partnership. Despite the heart's tendency to escape and never reach far, there is a sense of wonder and curiosity about how such disparate souls ended up together, hinting at the mysterious ways in which love and connection work.

'Corazón Impar' is a beautiful exploration of the human heart's complexities, its struggles, and its capacity for connection, even when it feels most alone.