Pedacito De Cielo

The song 'Pedacito De Cielo' by Roberto Goyeneche is a poignant reflection on the passage of time and the bittersweet nature of memories. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a place that was once filled with love and laughter, symbolized by a house with a gate, ivy, and an old balcony. These elements serve as metaphors for the memories and emotions tied to the singer's past experiences. The mention of the gate 'painted with complaints and love songs' suggests a history of both joy and sorrow, encapsulating the complexity of human relationships.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the joy once shared between two people has faded with time. The 'years of childhood' have passed, leaving behind silence and a longing for a hope that will never come. The 'pedacito de cielo,' or little piece of heaven, refers to the cherished moments of happiness and love that remain in the singer's memory. However, the harsh passage of time is described as 'terrible, wicked,' indicating how it has eroded the vibrancy of those memories and the possibility of recapturing that lost innocence and joy.

The final verses of the song evoke a sense of yearning to return to those happier times, with the singer recalling the 'sugar-burnt' eyes that once shone 'golden in the sun.' The desire to find the gate 'trembling with love' as it once did highlights the universal human desire to reconnect with the past and the pain of realizing that some things are irretrievably lost. 'Pedacito De Cielo' is a melancholic ode to the past, evoking emotions of nostalgia and the enduring impact of love and loss over time.