Coplas a La Luna

Los Chalchaleros' song 'Coplas a La Luna' is a poetic and evocative piece that delves into the mystical and emotional connection between the moon and human experience. The lyrics, rich in imagery and metaphor, paint a vivid picture of the moon's presence in the natural world and its influence on the human soul.

The song begins with the moon descending to the tree trunks, becoming intertwined with the night and the soul, and transforming into the strings of a guitar. This imagery suggests a deep connection between nature, music, and the celestial body, highlighting the moon's role as a muse and a source of inspiration. The moon's fall into the irrigation ditch, drunk on the night, and its subsequent concealment under the water because no one was watching, speaks to the moon's vulnerability and the fleeting nature of beauty and attention.

As the song progresses, the moon is described as a dream, a silent night dream that steals the singer's life through their enamored blood. This personification of the moon as a thief of life and love underscores the powerful and sometimes overwhelming influence of emotions and desires. The transformation of the moon into leather and wood, becoming a drum when the bagualas (traditional Andean songs) cried alone in the hills, further emphasizes the moon's integral role in cultural and musical expression.

Finally, the moon is likened to a dove, with a white chest and wings, flying from sky to sky in the dream of a sleepless night. This imagery conveys a sense of freedom, purity, and the ethereal nature of dreams and aspirations. The recurring theme of the moon as a dream and a silent night dream that robs the singer's life through their enamored blood ties the song together, creating a cohesive narrative of longing, inspiration, and the profound impact of the moon on the human spirit.