Volo Volo

Rodrigo Bueno's song 'Volo Volo' tells a poignant story of a young girl who falls in love and faces the harsh realities of life too soon. The lyrics describe a 15-year-old girl who becomes a woman through her first intimate experience, only to find herself pregnant. This sudden and unexpected change in her life is reflected in her looking at herself in the mirror, noticing the physical and emotional transformations she is undergoing. The song captures the innocence and vulnerability of youth, juxtaposed with the heavy responsibilities that come with early motherhood.

The narrative takes a heartbreaking turn when the girl, eager to share the news of her pregnancy with her lover, finds herself abandoned. The boy, upon learning of the pregnancy, disappears, leaving her to face the consequences alone. The repeated phrase 'Volo, Volo, se borró, borró' (He flew, he flew, he erased himself, erased himself) emphasizes his sudden departure and the void it leaves in her life. This metaphor of flight is powerful, suggesting not only his physical absence but also the emotional and psychological impact of his abandonment.

The song also touches on the broader societal issues of teenage pregnancy and the lack of support for young mothers. The girl's dreams are described as 'vacíos' (empty), highlighting the loss of her youthful aspirations and the daunting future she now faces. The imagery of 'el amor y el abismo' (love and the abyss) in her womb encapsulates the duality of her situation—carrying both the potential for new life and the overwhelming sense of despair. Rodrigo Bueno's 'Volo Volo' is a moving exploration of love, loss, and the harsh realities that can abruptly alter the course of a young person's life.