Frías

Raly Barrionuevo's song 'Frías' is a poetic exploration of love, memory, and the passage of time, set against the backdrop of the Argentine landscape. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a journey, both physical and emotional, through the town of Frías and its surrounding areas. The song opens with the idea that loves that wait become songs, suggesting that enduring emotions and memories can transform into art. This theme of transformation and survival is central to the song, as it delves into the ways in which love and memories persist despite the passage of time.

The imagery of a shipwrecked person and a piece of a passing train evokes a sense of being adrift and fragmented, yet still part of a larger journey. The moon illuminating the singer's path and the reference to the 'old camino del taco' (an old path) suggest a return to roots and a connection to the past. The recurring line 'por Frías soy sol' (through Frías, I am the sun) symbolizes a sense of renewal and rebirth, as the singer's love and memories are rekindled in this familiar place.

The song also touches on themes of nature and the elements, with references to rain, water, and the desert. The 'agua sin agua' (water without water) and 'arenas en flor' (blooming sands) evoke the harsh yet beautiful landscape of the region, while the mention of the Salamanca, a mythical place in Argentine folklore, adds a mystical dimension to the journey. The final lines, where the singer becomes a bird flying towards new horizons, suggest a sense of freedom and transcendence, as love and memories continue to inspire and uplift.