sera

La Barra's song 'Sera' is a poetic exploration of young love, freedom, and the bittersweet nature of fleeting moments. The lyrics tell the story of Catalina, who professes her love, which becomes a pivotal moment for the narrator. The imagery of tattooing their love 'forever' with pins and India ink symbolizes a deep, albeit naive, commitment. This act of marking their love is both a literal and metaphorical representation of their desire for permanence in a world that is constantly changing.

The song continues to paint a picture of their love through simple yet profound acts, such as making rings out of cigarette paper and stealing flowers. These actions, though small, are imbued with a sense of magic and rebellion, highlighting the couple's desire to live freely and passionately. The mention of making love on the grass and falling into a dream that is 'so difficult to reach' suggests a longing for an idealized, almost utopian love that is hard to maintain in reality.

As the song progresses, the theme of freedom becomes more pronounced. The repeated lines 'sigue tu camino, siempre será el mío' (follow your path, it will always be mine) and 'será como tú quieras, será mejor morir de amor' (it will be as you want, it is better to die of love) emphasize the idea that true love allows for individual freedom and growth. The couple's journey westward, watching the sunset, and kissing on a bridge symbolize their shared experiences and the heights they reach together. Ultimately, 'Sera' is a celebration of love's ability to liberate and elevate, even if it is transient.