Hierro

Marta Gómez's song 'Hierro' delves deep into the emotional landscape of pain, memory, and resilience. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the absence of a loved one and the haunting memories that follow. The opening lines, 'Donde crece la ausencia / Donde nace el recuerdo / Cuando empieza a doler,' set the tone for a journey through sorrow and longing. The singer questions how to fill the void left by someone dear and how to rekindle the desire to love again, highlighting the struggle of moving forward while being tethered to the past.

The metaphor of 'hierro' (iron) is central to the song, symbolizing strength and rigidity. The line 'Yo que crecí entre el hierro / Cómo puedo doblarme a la mitad' suggests a person who has grown up in a tough environment, now finding it difficult to bend or break under emotional strain. This imagery of iron contrasts with the vulnerability expressed in the lyrics, creating a poignant juxtaposition between external strength and internal fragility. The fear of opening up emotionally, as expressed in 'Lo que me asusta / Es que si abro el alma / Ya no pueda parar,' underscores the apprehension of confronting deep-seated emotions and the potential flood of feelings that might follow.

The recurring theme of childhood dreams and fears adds another layer of depth to the song. The lines 'Donde escondo ese sueño / Que tuve de niña / Si lo miro a los ojos / Que me dirá' reflect a longing for lost innocence and the uncertainty of facing one's past aspirations. This introspection is coupled with a sense of disorientation and loss of words, as seen in 'Yo que temía el silencio / Hoy no encuentro palabras para cantar.' The song beautifully captures the complexity of human emotions, blending themes of strength, vulnerability, and the enduring impact of memories.