Torna aviat

Lluís Llach's song 'Torna aviat' is a poignant exploration of longing and the profound impact of absence. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the void left by a loved one. The opening lines, 'Si tu no hi ets les coses no van bé,' immediately set the tone, expressing how nothing seems right without the presence of the beloved. The imagery of moving through darkness and breaking shadows in a now-empty apartment underscores the sense of loss and disorientation.

The song delves deeper into the emotional turmoil experienced by the narrator. The metaphor of 'ulls de gos perdut' (eyes of a lost dog) conveys a sense of vulnerability and desperation as the narrator searches for a semblance of the lost love in others. The repeated plea, 'Torna aviat,' is a heartfelt cry for the return of the loved one, emphasizing that love's path is uniquely tied to the presence of the beloved. The lyrics 'Saps que l'amor no té un altre camí que l'alfabet dels teus dits' beautifully illustrate how the narrator's world is navigated through the touch and presence of the loved one.

Llach's use of natural elements like the sun and warmth to describe the beloved's influence highlights the depth of the emotional connection. The lines 'No saps que el sol se'm dóna només pel teu cor' and 'no tinc més escalfor que el bategar del teus cos' suggest that the narrator's very existence and warmth are dependent on the loved one. The song also touches on the theme of nostalgia, as the narrator draws 'nostàlgics horitzons' with the colors of memory, indicating a deep yearning for the past. The recurring motif of seeking help 'sense fortuna' (without luck) and the imagery of a horse in the streets of blood further emphasize the struggle and the sense of being lost without the loved one.

'Torna aviat' is a masterful expression of love, loss, and the hope for reunion, capturing the essence of human vulnerability and the profound impact of emotional connections.