Real
Silvina Moreno
The Journey from Imagination to Reality in Love
Silvina Moreno's song "Real" is a heartfelt exploration of the journey from imagining a perfect love to experiencing it in reality. The lyrics begin with a sincere night, where the protagonist starts to imagine their ideal partner, shaping their figure and beauty in their mind. This process of imagination is gradual, as indicated by the repeated phrase "de a poquito así" (little by little). This sets the stage for the transformation of this imagined figure into a real person, highlighting the power of dreams and desires in manifesting reality.
As the song progresses, the imagined partner becomes real, and the protagonist finds themselves in a mutual search for love. This mutual quest is beautifully captured in the lines "Y vos en busca mío por igual" (And you in search of me equally). The protagonist is still learning to love, emphasizing the ongoing nature of love as a learning process. The repeated plea for the love to be real underscores the deep yearning for authenticity and genuine connection in relationships.
The song also touches on the theme of escaping pain and seeking solace in love. The protagonist recalls praying to the heavens to escape their pain, and now that they are loved, they find themselves at a loss for words. This juxtaposition of past pain and present love highlights the transformative power of love. The song concludes with the reaffirmation that the imagined love has indeed become real, and the protagonist continues to learn and grow in this newfound reality. Silvina Moreno's emotive delivery and the poetic lyrics make "Real" a touching ode to the power of imagination, the quest for genuine love, and the transformative journey from dreams to reality.