Asilo en tu corazón

Luis Alberto Spinetta's song 'Asilo en tu corazón' is a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the search for emotional refuge. The lyrics are imbued with a sense of yearning and vulnerability, as the narrator seeks solace in the heart of a loved one. The opening lines, 'Un rumor, adormece toda marea en mí,' suggest a quieting of inner turmoil, yet this peace is fleeting as the narrator struggles to express their feelings, 'yo te grito sin poderte gritar.' This paradox of wanting to communicate but being unable to do so sets the tone for the emotional complexity of the song.

The imagery of a ship setting sail, 'soy un barco que se hace a la mar,' symbolizes a journey or departure, perhaps indicating a separation or a quest for something unattainable. The recurring theme of change, 'en todo retorno, un cambio nacerá,' hints at the transformative power of love and the hope that each return or reunion brings a new beginning. The narrator's plea for 'asilo en tu corazón'—asylum in your heart—underscores a deep desire for acceptance and a safe haven within the beloved's affection.

Spinetta's use of metaphors, such as 'vestido de gris' (dressed in gray) and 'me quito las llamas, de un cuerpo que fui' (I take off the flames from a body I was), conveys a sense of shedding past pains and identities in the pursuit of love. The repetition of 'en tu nombre' (in your name) emphasizes the dedication and devotion the narrator feels, willing to endure and persist in their quest for emotional sanctuary. The song's melancholic yet hopeful tone captures the essence of human vulnerability and the universal longing for a place where one can truly belong and be loved unconditionally.