Cuerpo a Cuerpo

Malú's song 'Cuerpo a Cuerpo' delves deep into the emotional turmoil and relentless struggle of a love that seems to be caught in an endless loop. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a heart burdened with unspoken words and unfulfilled promises, symbolizing the remnants of a past passion that refuses to fade into oblivion. The imagery of 'words written on the heart' and 'a soul hanging by a thread of salt' evokes a sense of fragility and longing, highlighting the emotional weight carried by the narrator.

The recurring theme of an unfinished war and a never-ending 'cuerpo a cuerpo' (body to body) battle underscores the ongoing conflict within the relationship. This metaphor suggests a constant push and pull, a dance of closeness and distance that leaves the narrator in a state of perpetual unrest. The lyrics 'I chase you, I find you, and I move away again' and 'we brush against each other, I hide, and I forget you' reflect the cyclical nature of their interactions, marked by fleeting moments of connection and subsequent withdrawal.

The song also touches on the idea of sacrifice and the toll it takes on one's well-being. The narrator expresses a willingness to leave everything behind, indifferent to whether their experiences are real or illusory, as long as they can hold onto the nights lost for their lover. This sense of resignation is further emphasized in the lines 'there is no time to go back, there is nothing to start, it has no reason to be,' indicating a final acceptance of the futility of their struggle. Ultimately, 'Cuerpo a Cuerpo' captures the essence of a love that is both consuming and elusive, a battle that leaves behind the remnants of a war yet to be won.