Tuvimos Futuro

The song 'Tuvimos Futuro' by LAGOS, a poignant ballad, delves into the emotional complexities of a relationship that almost lasted forever but didn't. The title itself, translating to 'We Had a Future,' sets a tone of nostalgia and lost possibilities. The lyrics reflect on a critical moment in the past where a decision had to be made—either to stay together or part ways. This moment, described vividly as 'un segundo de aquella tarde' (a second of that afternoon), symbolizes the fleeting opportunity to solidify their future together, which was ultimately missed.

The song's narrative is built around the theme of silence and its consequences. The lines 'Por callarnos / Quemamos las naves, los puentes' (By keeping silent / We burned the ships, the bridges) suggest that their failure to communicate led to the irreversible decision to end the relationship. This metaphor of burning bridges highlights the finality of their choice, emphasizing the depth of regret felt by the narrator. The recurring motif of silence shows how unspoken words and unexpressed feelings can have a profound impact on the course of a relationship.

Towards the end of the song, there is a poignant acceptance of the present situation. The narrator hears about the former lover promising a lifetime to someone else, which brings a sense of closure. Despite the pain, there is a bittersweet acknowledgment that while they no longer have a future together, they will always share a past. This acceptance is encapsulated in the line 'Tendremos pasado y es para siempre' (We will have a past and it is forever), suggesting that their shared memories will endure beyond their separation.