Porque Alguna Vez

Los Nocheros' song 'Porque Alguna Vez' delves into the poignant theme of unfulfilled dreams and the lingering pain of unrequited love. The lyrics express a deep yearning to be something more, to possess magical or poetic abilities that could win the affection of a beloved. The repeated desire to be a 'mago' (magician) or a 'poeta' (poet) symbolizes the lengths to which the narrator is willing to go to elicit a sweet word or a loving gesture from the object of their affection. This longing is a universal sentiment, resonating with anyone who has ever wished to be more than they are to win someone's heart.

The song also touches on the profound sadness that accompanies these unfulfilled desires. The narrator's wish to be 'el cielo' (the sky), 'agua' (water), or 'angel' (angel) and the subsequent realization that they cannot be these things highlights the unattainable nature of their dreams. This unattainability brings a sense of melancholy, as the narrator is left with 'espinas pasajeras' (fleeting thorns) in the name of their beloved. The imagery of thorns suggests that the pain is sharp but temporary, yet it is a recurring wound that the narrator cannot escape.

In the chorus, the narrator expresses a desperate wish to undo their entire life or to forget the existence of their beloved. This extreme desire underscores the depth of their sorrow and the extent to which their unfulfilled dreams have affected them. The repetition of the lines and the melancholic tone of the song create a hauntingly beautiful portrayal of love's unfulfilled promises and the enduring pain of longing for something that can never be.