Volver

Sergio y Estibaliz's song 'Volver' is a poignant exploration of returning to one's roots and the healing that comes with it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person coming back to a place that holds significant emotional weight. The opening lines, 'Si hallas una puerta abierta, entra y ciérrala,' suggest a sense of finality and commitment to this return, as if the protagonist is closing a chapter of wandering and uncertainty. The imagery of 'cuatro tablas' and 'mi espera' evokes a sense of nostalgia and the passage of time, highlighting the long journey back to a place of origin.

The chorus, 'Volver, es mejor volver,' emphasizes the theme of returning as a form of renewal and redemption. The comparison of hands that 'eran barro' now smelling of the city suggests a transformation that has occurred during the time away. The city, with its 'besos tan baratos' and 'noches sin amanecer,' represents a life that, while full of experiences, lacks the depth and authenticity of home. The act of returning is portrayed as a way to 'desandar el mar andado,' to undo the distance and disconnection that has grown over time.

The song also speaks to the idea of rekindling love and hope. 'Vamos a sembrar futuros en tierras de ayer' suggests planting new seeds in old soil, a metaphor for rejuvenating past relationships and dreams. The repeated call to 'volver y llenar de amor el hueco que quedó entre tú y yo' underscores the desire to heal and fill the emotional gaps that have formed. This return is not just physical but deeply emotional and spiritual, aiming to restore what was lost and to nurture it back to life. 'Volver' is a beautiful reminder that sometimes, the path forward requires us to look back and reconnect with our beginnings.