Dejo Atrás

The song 'Dejo Atrás' by the Uruguayan rock band No Te Va Gustar is a poignant reflection on personal growth and the process of overcoming life's challenges. The title, which translates to 'I Leave Behind,' sets the tone for a narrative of transformation and self-discovery. The lyrics speak to the dark moments that define us, suggesting that it is through adversity that we heal and shed the thorns of our past experiences.

The recurring line 'Hace tanto que ya no soy yo' ('It's been so long since I've been myself') captures the essence of change and the feeling of estrangement from one's former self. The silence mentioned in the song could represent the internal struggle and the inability to express deep-seated emotions, which can feel like a burning sensation within. The metaphor of a butterfly's body, with its vibrant colors, symbolizes the emergence from a cocoon, leaving behind an old shell and the weight of the past to seek a new beginning, a 'revancha' (revenge or second chance), and one's rightful place in the world.

The desire to 'volver a soñar' (to dream again) and to find solace in the arms of a loved one indicates a yearning for comfort and a return to a state of innocence and hope. The acknowledgment of past mistakes and the realization that there is still an opportunity to move forward without retreating ('Avanzando sin retroceder') show a resolve to remain awake and alive to the possibilities that life offers. 'Dejo Atrás' is a song about resilience, the courage to confront and let go of the past, and the relentless pursuit of one's dreams and identity.