cielo violeta
Leo Rizzi
Lost in Time: The Astral Journey of 'Cielo Violeta'
Leo Rizzi's song 'Cielo Violeta' delves into the profound and often disorienting experience of losing oneself in time and space. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a journey that transcends the physical realm, propelled by a mysterious force that the narrator both embraces and fears. The opening lines, 'Qué me pasó? Me llevó y yo lo quise,' suggest a willing surrender to an unknown experience, which leads to a separation from reality, described as 'La magia de la superficie.' This sets the stage for a journey into a surreal, almost otherworldly dimension, symbolized by the 'cielo violeta' or violet sky, a metaphor for the altered state of consciousness the narrator finds themselves in.
The recurring question '¿Dónde estoy?' reflects the narrator's confusion and sense of loss. This is further emphasized by the line 'Te he perdido en un viaje del tiempo,' indicating that someone important has been lost in this temporal voyage. The darkness of the universe and the breaking of time suggest a deep existential crisis, where the narrator grapples with the absence of a significant other and the fear of forgetting them. The mention of taking a pill hints at a possible drug-induced experience, adding another layer of complexity to the narrative. This act of taking the pill leads to a realization of eternal truths but also a painful separation, as indicated by 'Liberado conocí la eternidad, esto me parte.'
The song's exploration of time, memory, and loss is both haunting and poetic. The imagery of a violet sky and the astral light in the eyes of the beloved create a dreamlike atmosphere, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. The river mentioned towards the end symbolizes a potential for reunion and rediscovery, yet the persistent question '¿Dónde estoy?' underscores the ongoing struggle to find one's place in this vast, dark universe. 'Cielo Violeta' is a poignant reflection on the human condition, the fragility of memory, and the search for meaning in an ever-changing world.