Ansiedad

Lucho Gatica's song 'Ansiedad' delves deep into the intense emotions of love and longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a passionate and almost torturous love affair. The opening lines describe the lover's lips as having a 'mortal poison,' suggesting that while the love is intoxicating, it also carries a sense of danger and potential harm. This duality of pleasure and pain is a recurring theme throughout the song, highlighting the complexity of the emotions involved.

The song continues to explore the physical and emotional effects of this love. The warmth of the lover's hands leaves the singer with a burning anxiety that reaches his heart, indicating a deep, almost physical yearning. The lover's eyes are described as having a 'fatal fire,' further emphasizing the dangerous allure they possess. Despite recognizing that the lover is like other women, the singer acknowledges that she is also unique, an 'insatiable bonfire' that consumes his reason without mercy. This metaphor of an unquenchable fire illustrates the overwhelming and consuming nature of his desire.

The chorus reveals the singer's dependence on this love, admitting that he feels like dying when not by his lover's side. The love given by the lover is something the singer desperately wants to experience fully. The plea to 'break my life into pieces' signifies a willingness to endure any pain or sacrifice for the sake of this love. The song concludes with a declaration that the lover's arms are the warmth of his love, encapsulating the idea that despite the torment, the singer's love is unwavering and all-consuming. 'Ansiedad' is a powerful portrayal of the highs and lows of passionate love, capturing the essence of longing, desire, and the pain that often accompanies it.