A La Medida

Juliana Velasquez's song 'A La Medida' delves deep into the universal struggle of self-acceptance and the quest for inner peace. The lyrics poignantly capture the emotional turmoil of seeking love and validation from external sources, only to be met with insecurity and the pressure to conform. The opening lines, 'Solemos buscar amor en otro lugar / Inseguridad siempre ha estado,' set the stage for a narrative that many can relate to—feeling incomplete and constantly searching for something or someone to fill that void.

The recurring theme of the mirror and reflection serves as a powerful metaphor for self-perception and the often painful disparity between one's inner self and outward appearance. Lines like '¿Qué pasó con el reflejo? / ¿Qué pasó con el espejo?' question the reliability of our self-image and highlight the internal conflict of not feeling 'a la medida' or 'up to standard.' This metaphor extends to the societal pressures that dictate how we should look and behave, making it difficult to reconcile our true selves with these external expectations.

The chorus, with its repeated plea, '¿Cuándo llegará el día? / ¿Cuándo estar a la medida / Que me quede a mí?' encapsulates the longing for a day when one can feel truly adequate and authentic. The song's emotional climax is reached with the lines, 'Ya no hacerme el fuerte / Serlo de verdad,' which translate to a desire to stop pretending to be strong and actually embody that strength. This powerful message resonates with anyone who has ever felt the need to hide their vulnerabilities and put on a brave face, yearning for the day when they can be genuinely strong and self-assured.