Como tú

Paco Ibañez's song "Como tú" is a poetic meditation on the humble and often overlooked aspects of life, symbolized through the metaphor of a small stone. The repeated phrase "Como tú" ("Like you") serves as a refrain that draws a parallel between the stone and the listener, suggesting a shared experience of simplicity and humility. The stone, described as small, light, and humble, represents the everyday person who may not be grand or significant in the eyes of society but possesses an intrinsic value and resilience.

The lyrics delve into the stone's journey, rolling along paths and roads, enduring storms, and shining under the weight of horses' hooves and wheels. This imagery evokes the idea of life's trials and tribulations, where the stone, much like a person, faces challenges and yet continues to endure. The stone's ability to "centelleas" (sparkle) after being buried in the earth during a storm symbolizes the resilience and inner strength that can emerge from adversity.

Ibañez also contrasts the stone's humble existence with the grandiosity of stones used in palaces, churches, and other significant buildings. By doing so, he highlights the value of the ordinary and the overlooked, suggesting that even the smallest and most unassuming elements have their place and purpose. The stone's potential to be used in a slingshot, a simple yet powerful tool, further emphasizes the idea that greatness can come from the most unexpected sources. Through this song, Ibañez invites listeners to find beauty and worth in simplicity and to recognize the quiet strength within themselves.