Bis de Ti
Marta Soto
A Heartfelt Plea for Connection in 'Bis de Ti'
Marta Soto's song 'Bis de Ti' is a passionate and emotional plea for connection and intimacy. The lyrics convey a deep yearning to maintain and strengthen a relationship, despite the challenges and pains that come with it. The song opens with a sense of urgency, as the narrator feels an overwhelming desire to connect on a deeper level, to 'mordernos la razón' (bite into reason), suggesting a longing to transcend rational barriers and embrace raw emotion.
The chorus, with its repeated call to 'Ven conmigo, no me temas' (Come with me, don't fear me), emphasizes the importance of mutual trust and vulnerability. The narrator reassures their partner that despite the pain ('Nuestras pieles nos ordenan el dolor' - Our skins command us the pain), the love they share is still very much alive and worth fighting for. This is further highlighted by the line 'No ha caído la toalla, ni el amor' (The towel hasn't been thrown in, nor has love), indicating a refusal to give up on the relationship.
Throughout the song, there are vivid metaphors and imagery that illustrate the depth of the narrator's feelings. The idea of inventing 'nuestra luna en el epicentro del salón' (our moon in the center of the living room) suggests creating a private, magical space where their love can thrive. The repeated plea for a 'vis a vis de corazón' (heart-to-heart) underscores the desire for honest and open communication. Marta Soto's soulful delivery and the poetic nature of the lyrics make 'Bis de Ti' a touching and relatable anthem for anyone who has ever fought to keep love alive.