Dibujandote
Jorge Veliz Y Los Santiagueños
Longing and Heartache in 'Dibujandote'
In 'Dibujandote,' Jorge Veliz Y Los Santiagueños delve into the depths of longing and heartache. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the absence of a loved one. The opening lines, 'Pasa las noches los dias y tu ya no estas,' set the tone for the emotional journey, highlighting the passage of time and the profound silence that accompanies solitude. The singer's pain is palpable as they reflect on the love that once was, now lost to another's embrace. This sense of loss is further emphasized by the metaphor of love melting away like ice in the sun, symbolizing the fleeting nature of promises and affection.
The chorus, with its repeated lines 'Y yo me quedaba pensando / Tan solo en tu amor,' underscores the obsessive nature of the singer's thoughts. They are consumed by memories of the past, unable to move on from the love they once shared. The imagery of 'Dibujandote esa nube lejana' (drawing you in that distant cloud) evokes a sense of yearning and the futile attempt to hold onto something that is no longer within reach. This metaphor suggests that the singer's love is now a distant, unattainable dream, further deepening the sense of melancholy.
The song also touches on the theme of jealousy, as indicated by the line 'Y mi vos celosa te llama.' The singer's voice, filled with jealousy, calls out to the absent lover, highlighting the emotional turmoil and the struggle to come to terms with the loss. The repetition of 'Dibujandote' at the end of the song reinforces the idea of trying to recreate or remember the lost love, even though it brings only sadness and a reminder of what once was. Through its poignant lyrics and evocative imagery, 'Dibujandote' captures the essence of heartache and the enduring impact of lost love.