Ocho dias

Rodolfo Aicardi's song 'Ocho días' is a poignant exploration of longing and heartache. The lyrics revolve around the narrator's deep sense of loss and yearning for a loved one they haven't seen in eight days. This period of separation feels like an eternity, and the repetition of 'hace ocho días que no te veo' emphasizes the weight of each passing day without the beloved's presence. The phrase 'verte vida mía son mis deseos' underscores the narrator's intense desire to see their loved one again, highlighting the emotional void left by their absence.

The song delves deeper into the narrator's emotional state, revealing that memories of the past bring more sorrow than comfort. The lines 'cuando te recuerdo lloro más porque aquel tiempo no volverá' express a profound sense of nostalgia and the painful realization that the cherished moments they once shared are gone forever. This sentiment is repeated, reinforcing the depth of the narrator's grief and the permanence of their loss.

Aicardi also touches on the futility of seeking solace in distractions like alcohol. The lyrics 'ni el trago ni nada podrá calmar mis sufrimientos' convey that no external remedy can alleviate the narrator's suffering. Despite outward appearances of contentment, as suggested by 'se muere mi alma y me ven contento,' the narrator's soul is dying inside. This contrast between internal anguish and external composure adds a layer of complexity to the song, illustrating the often-hidden nature of personal pain. 'Ocho días' is a heartfelt expression of enduring love and the deep sorrow that accompanies separation and loss.