Gomero En Eros

Pascuala Ilabaca's song 'Gomero En Eros' is a vivid exploration of sensuality and desire, wrapped in poetic and evocative language. The lyrics paint a picture of an intense, almost mystical connection between the narrator and their lover, referred to as 'Gomero.' The use of the word 'Gomero,' which can refer to a rubber tree, adds a layer of natural and earthy imagery to the song, suggesting a deep-rooted and organic bond. The phrase 'el color de tu carne aceitunada' (the color of your olive skin) further emphasizes the physical and intimate nature of this connection.

The song delves into the theme of timelessness, as the lovers steal moments from time to be together. The lines 'robando tiempo al tiempo' (stealing time from time) and 'fuera del tiempo' (out of time) suggest that their love exists in a realm beyond the ordinary constraints of time. This timeless quality is also reflected in the repeated emphasis on 'sexo sin prisas y por derecho' (sex without hurry and by right), highlighting a desire for unhurried, genuine intimacy that transcends the rush of everyday life.

Ilabaca's lyrics also touch on the idea of fantasy and fulfillment. The morning described in the song is 'tan llena de ganas' (so full of desire) and free from 'dolor ni alevosía' (pain or treachery), painting a picture of an idealized, almost utopian moment of connection. This fantasy is not just about physical desire but also about a deeper emotional and spiritual union, as suggested by the lines 'conversar en sueños' (converse in dreams) and 'despertar pidiendo' (wake up asking). The song, therefore, becomes a celebration of both the physical and emotional aspects of love, wrapped in a dreamlike, almost surreal atmosphere.