Cuentos de amor

Luciano Pereyra's song 'Cuentos de amor' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring pain of past relationships. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a love that once was, now only a memory that continues to haunt the narrator. The song opens with a nostalgic reflection, where the sound of a guitar brings back memories of a past love, a love that still lingers in the narrator's soul despite the passage of time.

The chorus, or 'estribillo,' is particularly heart-wrenching, as the narrator's heart is described as dying, much like the night fades into dawn. This metaphor beautifully captures the sense of inevitable loss and the sorrow that accompanies it. The narrator's tears, shed while playing the guitar, symbolize the deep emotional connection to the past love story, a 'cuento de amor' that remains unfinished and unresolved.

The second verse introduces the imagery of green eyes, which are the source of the narrator's suffering. These eyes have ensnared the narrator, making him a prisoner of his own emotions. The song concludes with a bittersweet acknowledgment that even if the past lover were to return, the love that once existed has vanished, leaving only pain and regret. This final sentiment underscores the theme of irreversible change and the lasting impact of lost love on the human heart.