Guitarra Enlunarada

Mercedes Sosa's 'Guitarra Enlunarada' is a powerful anthem that intertwines the themes of music, struggle, and freedom. The song opens with the imagery of a hand playing a guitar, which can also be a metaphor for taking up arms if necessary. This duality highlights the role of art and music in both peaceful expression and active resistance. The guitar, a symbol of cultural identity and artistic expression, becomes a tool for both creation and destruction, emphasizing the sacrifices made in the pursuit of justice and peace.

The lyrics further explore the idea of the voice as a powerful instrument. The voice that sings a song can also sing a hymn of freedom, suggesting that music has the power to inspire and mobilize people. This is particularly poignant given Mercedes Sosa's background as a prominent figure in the Nueva Canción movement, which used music as a form of social and political activism in Latin America. The repetition of the word 'libertad' (freedom) underscores the song's central message and the urgency of the struggle for liberation.

The song also touches on the transient nature of peace. The line 'Sabe que la paz es pasajera' (knows that peace is fleeting) reflects the constant vigilance required to maintain and defend peace. The call to 'levanta y grita la voz' (rise and shout the voice) is a rallying cry for collective action and resistance. Through 'Guitarra Enlunarada,' Sosa encapsulates the spirit of resilience and the enduring fight for freedom, making it a timeless piece that resonates with struggles for justice across the world.