Txoria Txori

The song 'Txoria Txori' by Mikel Laboa is a poignant reflection on the themes of freedom and love. The lyrics, though simple, convey a deep message about the nature of loving something or someone. The repeated lines 'Hegoak ebaki banizkio / Nerea izango zen / Ez zuen aldegingo' translate to 'If I had cut its wings / It would have been mine / It wouldn't have flown away.' This verse suggests the idea of possessing a loved one by restricting their freedom, a common human desire to hold onto what we cherish.

However, the song counters this notion with the lines 'Bainan, honela / Ez zen gehiago txoria izango,' which means 'But, in this way / It would no longer be a bird.' This is a powerful metaphor for the loss of essence that occurs when freedom is taken away. The bird, a symbol of freedom and the natural state of being, would lose its very identity if its wings were clipped. The artist is expressing that true love involves an appreciation for the other's true nature, which includes their freedom.

The refrain 'Eta nik / Txoria nuen maite' translates to 'And I / I loved the bird.' It is a declaration of love that is pure and selfless, recognizing that to love the bird is to love its flight and freedom. Mikel Laboa's song is a beautiful and philosophical musing on the paradox of love and possession, and it resonates with anyone who has struggled with the desire to keep a loved one close while also wanting them to be free.