Sueño Infantil
La Sonora Santanera
A Child's Dream: Lessons in Behavior
La Sonora Santanera's song "Sueño Infantil" delves into the innocent yet profound world of a child's dream, serving as a moral lesson wrapped in a whimsical narrative. The song begins with a child recounting a dream to their mother, where they experienced a form of punishment for their misbehavior. This dream is depicted through vivid imagery, such as the child ascending into the sky like a kite or a balloon, only to reach a garden above the clouds filled with fruit trees and playing children.
In this dream garden, the child is confronted by other children who admonish them for their bad behavior. The dream takes a darker turn as the child is pushed off the cloud, falling and crashing to the ground. This fall symbolizes the consequences of their actions, a metaphor for the repercussions of misbehavior. The dream serves as a stark reminder that actions have consequences, even in the innocent world of a child's imagination.
Upon waking, the child reflects on the dream and receives a secret piece of advice from their pillow: to behave well. This advice is a gentle nudge towards better behavior, suggesting that good conduct will be rewarded and prevent further 'falls' from grace. The song beautifully captures the essence of childhood innocence, the power of dreams, and the importance of moral lessons, all set to the vibrant and rhythmic backdrop typical of La Sonora Santanera's music.