Canción Para Recordar a Maria

Silvio Rodriguez's song "Canción Para Recordar a Maria" is a poignant and heartfelt tribute to a lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the singer's longing and nostalgia for a woman named Maria. The song opens with the singer expressing his deep desire for Maria to be with him as he gazes at the tranquil sea from a warm yet dirty window. This juxtaposition of the serene sea and the imperfect window symbolizes the contrast between the beauty of his memories and the harsh reality of her absence.

The imagery of the wind as a 'child enraged' and the sparrows 'full of songs' under the eaves adds layers of emotional depth to the song. The wind's cries for comfort mirror the singer's own yearning for Maria, while the sparrows' songs represent the memories and emotions that flood his mind. The repetition of the phrase 'Cómo te extraño mujer' (How I miss you, woman) underscores the intensity of his longing, likening each wave that reaches the shore to his desire for her presence.

As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the clear blue sky and a boat lingering by the shore, both of which trigger memories of Maria. The mention of a 'duende' (a mythical spirit) sweeping the sky clean adds a touch of magical realism, suggesting that even the heavens are conspiring to remind him of his lost love. The song concludes with a poignant acknowledgment that love is missing from his life, much like the warmth that is absent from his window. Through its evocative lyrics and rich metaphors, "Canción Para Recordar a Maria" captures the essence of longing, memory, and the enduring impact of a lost love.