Himno al amor (Hymne à l'amour)

Paloma San Basilio's 'Himno al amor' is a poignant ode to unconditional love and devotion. The lyrics convey a deep sense of commitment and the willingness to endure any hardship for the sake of a loved one. The song opens with the lines, 'Que mi luz se vuelva oscuridad, que mi paz se inunde de ansiedad,' which translate to 'Let my light turn to darkness, let my peace be flooded with anxiety.' These lines set the tone for the entire song, emphasizing the singer's readiness to sacrifice her own well-being for the happiness of her beloved.

The recurring theme of living solely for the other person is evident throughout the song. Phrases like 'Mientras yo despierte junto a ti' ('As long as I wake up next to you') and 'Viviría para ti, arrancando mi raíz' ('I would live for you, uprooting my roots') highlight the depth of her devotion. The singer expresses that nothing else matters as long as she has her loved one by her side. This sentiment is further reinforced by the lines, 'Qué me importa si en la Tierra, de repente, nadie existe ya' ('What does it matter if suddenly no one else exists on Earth').

The song also touches on the inevitability of separation and the enduring power of memory. The lines 'Y si un día, sin quererlo yo, el camino se convierte en dos' ('And if one day, without me wanting it, the path splits into two') acknowledge the possibility of parting ways. However, the singer vows to live with the cherished memories, stating 'viviré con tu recuerdo, nadie lo podrá borrar jamás' ('I will live with your memory, no one will ever be able to erase it'). This highlights the timeless nature of true love, which persists even in the face of separation.

'Himno al amor' is a beautiful testament to the power of love and the lengths one is willing to go to preserve it. Paloma San Basilio's emotive delivery and the heartfelt lyrics make this song a touching tribute to the enduring nature of love.