Cenizas

Olga Cerpa's song 'Cenizas' delves deep into the emotional aftermath of a broken relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a heart that has endured immense pain and sorrow due to the neglect and eventual abandonment by a loved one. The opening lines express the protagonist's suffering and the emotional toll of feeling forgotten. This sets the stage for a narrative of betrayal and the lingering scars left by a love that once was.

As the song progresses, the return of the former lover is met with a cold realization. The protagonist acknowledges the ex-lover's misfortune, which mirrors the pain they once inflicted. This moment of confrontation is not about seeking revenge but rather about highlighting the irreversible damage done. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist has moved beyond the point of forgiveness or rekindling the past. The phrase 'de un cariño muerto no existe rencor' (from a dead love, there is no resentment) encapsulates this sentiment, indicating that the love has died, leaving no room for bitterness, only indifference.

The metaphor of ashes is central to the song's theme. When the ex-lover attempts to 'remover las ruinas' (stir the ruins), they find only 'cenizas' (ashes). This powerful imagery signifies that the love that once burned brightly has been reduced to nothing but remnants. The ashes symbolize the end of an emotional journey, where all that remains are memories of what once was. Olga Cerpa's poignant delivery and the melancholic tone of the song amplify the sense of finality and the acceptance of a love that has irrevocably ended.