Un Soñador Nada Más
La Rondalla de Saltillo
The Heartfelt Confession of a Dreamer
The song "Un Soñador Nada Más" by La Rondalla de Saltillo is a poignant ballad that delves into the depths of unrequited love and the vulnerability of expressing one's feelings. The lyrics convey the struggle of the narrator to articulate the intensity of his emotions towards the object of his affection. He resorts to writing songs and poems as a means to express what words alone cannot capture. The repeated mention of poetry and music as outlets for his feelings underscores the romantic and artistic nature of his love.
The narrator reveals a deep longing to be close to the person he loves, yet he is aware that his feelings might not be reciprocated. The phrase "Un soñador nada más" which translates to "nothing more than a dreamer," reflects the self-awareness of the narrator's position. He knows that he might only be a dreamer in the eyes of his beloved, and the repeated "quiza, quiza, quiza" ("maybe, maybe, maybe") suggests hope mixed with uncertainty about the possibility of his love being returned.
The song also touches on the theme of silent admiration and the pain of unspoken love. The narrator admits to having observed and followed his love interest from a distance, always hoping for a chance to rekindle a past moment of closeness that was perhaps trivial for the other person. He doesn't blame his beloved for not sharing his feelings but asks for respect and consideration for the verses he has written. This request for his emotions to be acknowledged, if not reciprocated, adds a layer of dignity to his confession, making the song a bittersweet ode to the dreamers who love deeply and quietly.