Mientras Dormías

In "Mientras Dormías," SHARIF crafts a poetic narrative that explores the intimate moments shared between two people, one awake and the other asleep. The song begins with the protagonist stepping out onto the balcony to smoke and reflect, while their partner sleeps peacefully. This act of solitude becomes a moment of introspection and creativity, as the protagonist finds inspiration in the quiet night, likening the experience to a "suicidal heart" finding solace in the act of creation.

The imagery in the song is rich and evocative, with references to a "heart adrift" and "flowers growing in her hair," painting a picture of a dreamlike state where reality and imagination blend seamlessly. The moon, described as a wound in the sky, adds a layer of melancholy and beauty to the scene. The protagonist's musings are both a prayer and a declaration of love, capturing the essence of vulnerability and connection that exists in these silent, shared moments.

As the song progresses, the theme of creation and reinvention emerges. The protagonist reflects on the power of opening one's eyes without fear, suggesting that doing so allows for the reinvention of the world. This idea is mirrored in the act of writing a song "while you were sleeping," using discarded words and the night's stars as inspiration. The song concludes with a tender gesture of preparing coffee at dawn, symbolizing the continuation of love and care beyond the dream state. SHARIF's "Mientras Dormías" is a beautiful meditation on love, creativity, and the quiet power of shared moments.