Cuando

Jorge Fandermole's song 'Cuando' is a poetic exploration of hope, memory, and the desire for a renewal of spirit. The lyrics open with a serene image of waking up refreshed, with the body light and the pleasant scent of lilacs, symbolizing a state of peace and freedom from fear and pain. This imagery sets the tone for a song that seems to long for a time of innocence and joy that has been lost or forgotten.

As the song progresses, the lyrics delve into a more personal and introspective space. The singer reflects on a time when they will have little left, metaphorically speaking of blood in a paper-thin throat and a sour fish swimming in their gaze, which could represent a feeling of being drained of life and vitality. Yet, there is a clinging to the hope that the days ahead will be like ships of light, a metaphor for the possibility of brighter times that the singer once had the ability to envision. The recurring image of 'una ceniza negra que se va' (a black ash that goes away) suggests the fading of something dark and unwanted, perhaps the remnants of sorrow or hardship.

The song also touches on themes of fate, passion, and mortality, contrasting the fear of death with the power of love and the enduring strength of the human spirit. The mention of the singer's father's arms in the flags and the black ash that fades away could be interpreted as a longing for a connection to heritage and a past that is both mourned and celebrated. The song is a complex tapestry of emotions, weaving together personal and collective memories, and the resilience found in dreams and aspirations, despite the harsh realities of life.