Tú

In 'Tú,' José María Contursi crafts a poignant narrative about the transformative power of love. The song begins with the arrival of a dazzling light, symbolizing the entrance of a significant other into the singer's life. This person brings warmth and hope, contrasting sharply with the singer's previous state of lovelessness and restlessness. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a heart that had sought refuge among the ruins of past sorrows, only to be revived by the promise of a better future found in the eyes, lips, and voice of the beloved.

The chorus emphasizes the miraculous impact of this love. The repeated use of 'Tú' (You) underscores the central role of the beloved in the singer's emotional rebirth. The beloved's love and kindness are described as magical, teaching the singer to smile and forgive. This transformation is likened to the dissipation of mist by the sun, illustrating how the beloved's presence has dispelled the singer's previous despair and bitterness. The metaphor of 'milagrosa musiquita de cristal' (miraculous little crystal music) further highlights the delicate yet profound influence of the beloved's love.

The final verse reflects on the singer's past, marked by sadness and a sense of aimlessness. The beloved's kisses, tenderness, emotion, and faith are credited with performing the miracle of erasing the painful past. The repetition of 'nunca más' (never again) signifies a definitive break from the shadows of yesterday, thanks to the healing power of love. Contursi's lyrics beautifully capture the essence of finding redemption and joy through a deep, transformative connection with another person.