Quisiera Adivinar

Moenia's song "Quisiera Adivinar" delves into the depths of longing and the haunting presence of a past love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone waiting, enveloped in the glow of the moon, yet feeling an emptiness that the celestial light cannot fill. This sense of waiting and searching is a central theme, as the protagonist is accompanied by the moon in their quest to find the lost love. The imagery of not turning on the lights suggests a desire to remain in the shadows of memory, where the image of the loved one is still vivid, though their sweet voice is missing.

The song explores the pain of remembering, where the act of recalling past moments leaves the protagonist with very little solace. The line "quiero adivinar que no me has olvidado" (I want to guess that you haven't forgotten me) encapsulates the hope that the other person still holds on to the memories as well. This hope is juxtaposed with the realization that time has not healed the wounds, but rather, in silence, the absence is felt even more acutely. The protagonist's journey back to where the loved one is, whether physically or metaphorically, signifies an inability to move on.

The presence of the loved one is felt in every corner, with their laughter hidden in each room, and objects around speaking of those days gone by. This haunting presence of the past is a testament to the deep emotional impact the relationship had. The repetition of the desire to guess that they haven't been forgotten underscores the fear of being left behind in the memories of the other person. Moenia's melancholic melody and poignant lyrics create a powerful narrative of love, loss, and the enduring hope that the past still holds a place in the present.