Destiempo

Ruben Goldin's song 'Destiempo' delves into the themes of change, time, and the bittersweet nature of life. The lyrics open with a reflection on how both the singer and the subject have changed over time. The line 'No te veo como eras ayer' (I don't see you as you were yesterday) sets the tone for a nostalgic contemplation of the past. The imagery of a 'triste bailarín' (sad dancer) suggests a loss of joy or innocence, while the mention of a 'gran amor' (great love) intertwined with pain highlights the complexity of human emotions.

The passage of time is a central theme in the song, symbolized by the clock's hands marking 'la sal y la furia del mar' (the salt and the fury of the sea). This metaphor evokes the relentless and sometimes harsh nature of time, which brings both hope and despair. The contrast between 'era el tiempo una esperanza' (time was a hope) and 'fue el destiempo una mortaja' (untimeliness was a shroud) underscores the duality of time as both a giver and taker of opportunities.

In the latter part of the song, Goldin introduces the idea of mirrors dancing to a new song, symbolizing the potential for renewal and transformation. The hope that 'miles de caras esperaran que vuelvas a bailar' (thousands of faces will wait for you to dance again) suggests a collective longing for revival and joy. The final verses, with the moon as a stamp and the sky as a great blue letter, evoke a sense of cosmic connection and the enduring nature of human relationships, despite the passage of time and change.