Tu Respuesta (Jorge Mlikota)

In 'Tu Respuesta,' Nieves Cabral delves into the complexities of love and the longing for clarity in a relationship. The song opens with the protagonist reminiscing about a past love, whose memory unexpectedly resurfaces, leaving old dreams and unanswered questions in its wake. This sets the stage for a narrative filled with emotional turmoil and the desire for resolution. The imagery of a 'love closed by the padlock of indifference' poignantly captures the sense of abandonment and the barriers that have been erected over time.

The protagonist's plea for a concrete proposal from their lover underscores the need for tangible actions over empty words. The line 'A las palabras se las lleva el viento' (Words are carried away by the wind) emphasizes the fleeting nature of verbal promises and the importance of definitive actions in sustaining a relationship. This sentiment is further reinforced by the protagonist's desire to know if they can count on their lover, as they contemplate whether to invest more deeply in the relationship or to recognize it as a fleeting illusion.

The song also explores the enduring nature of love and the pain of unfulfilled desires. The protagonist's nightly hallucinations of their lover's name and the 'merciless silence' that responds highlight the persistent longing and the emotional toll of unrequited love. The metaphor of love as a 'bonfire that dazzles and blinds us' speaks to the intense, often overwhelming nature of passion, which can both illuminate and obscure reality. Despite the potential for betrayal and repeated mistakes, the protagonist acknowledges the instinctual drive to pursue love, even at the risk of heartache.