Vuelve

The song 'Vuelve' by Mocedades is a poignant and emotional plea for a loved one to return. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of longing and hope, as the narrator finds themselves in a familiar yet strange setting, facing the sea that seems to call out to them every night. The imagery of 'barcos de cristal' (crystal ships) anchoring in the bay and the mystical elements like 'duendes' (elves) repairing the pieces of a boat suggest a dreamlike, almost magical atmosphere. This sets the stage for the central theme of the song: the deep yearning for the return of someone who has been lost or gone for a long time.

The repeated refrain 'Vuelve' (Come back) is a powerful invocation, urging the loved one to leave the 'reino de las algas' (kingdom of the algae) and return to the narrator. This metaphorical kingdom represents a place of stagnation or entrapment, possibly symbolizing death, a distant place, or a state of emotional detachment. The urgency in the lines 'tengo prisa porque salgas' (I'm in a hurry for you to come out) and 'que aún te quiero' (I still love you) underscores the narrator's desperation and enduring love.

The song also touches on the theme of time and its impact on those left behind. The lines 'Todo sigue igual en la casa y en el pueblo' (Everything remains the same in the house and in the town) and 'ya no significa nada el tiempo' (time no longer means anything) reflect a sense of timelessness and the unchanged nature of the narrator's feelings. Despite the passage of time, the narrator's hope and love remain steadfast, contrasting with the community's loss of belief in the loved one's return. This juxtaposition highlights the depth of the narrator's emotional commitment and the enduring nature of true love and hope.