De Musica Ligera

RBD's 'De Musica Ligera' delves into the fleeting and ephemeral nature of a past love, encapsulated through the metaphor of 'light music.' The song opens with the imagery of a woman who 'slept in the warmth of the masses,' suggesting a sense of comfort and belonging in a collective experience. In contrast, the narrator 'woke up wanting to dream of her,' indicating a longing for a connection that is no longer present. This juxtaposition sets the tone for the song's exploration of a love that was once vibrant but has since faded into a distant memory.

The lyrics 'De aquel amor, de música ligera, nada nos libra, nada más queda' translate to 'Of that love, of light music, nothing frees us, nothing else remains.' Here, 'light music' serves as a metaphor for a love that was enjoyable and carefree but ultimately insubstantial. The repetition of 'nada más queda' (nothing else remains) emphasizes the emptiness left behind after the love has dissipated. The narrator acknowledges that there is no escaping the remnants of this love, yet there is also nothing left to hold onto, highlighting the transient nature of their relationship.

The song also touches on themes of unfulfilled promises and secret desires. The lines 'No te enviaré cenizas de rosas, ni pienso evitar un roce secreto' (I won't send you rose ashes, nor do I plan to avoid a secret touch) suggest a reluctance to engage in grand gestures or to completely sever ties. Instead, the narrator is content with the occasional, fleeting moments of connection. This adds another layer to the song's exploration of love, portraying it as something that can be both deeply felt and yet ultimately insubstantial, much like 'light music.'