Hallazgo De Las Piedras

Silvio Rodriguez's 'Hallazgo De Las Piedras' is a poetic exploration of the complexities and realizations that come with growing up. The song opens with the world entering through a door, bringing with it a multitude of flavors and experiences that the narrator can barely recall. This imagery sets the stage for a journey of discovery, where the familiar sounds and sights of childhood no longer suffice to explain the world. The narrator has now encountered elevators, cinemas, constructions, and airplanes—symbols of modernity and progress that contrast sharply with the simplicity of childhood games.

As the song progresses, Rodriguez delves into the bittersweet nature of growing up. The narrator describes growing 'like a sky full of objects that shone with the sun,' a metaphor for the overwhelming influx of new experiences and knowledge. This growth is likened to living in front of a mirror without realizing it until one touches and sees oneself. The act of learning and experiencing is portrayed as both enlightening and painful, as it 'profanes the vital attention.' The myriad of lights and people calling out in the 'room' symbolize the distractions and demands of adult life, making it difficult to hear or focus on any single thing.

The song concludes with a reflection on the cyclical nature of life. The narrator notes that this 'piece of history' is both challenging to see and to rest within, suggesting a constant state of flux and renewal. The final lines, 'everything breaks and everything starts again,' encapsulate the perpetual cycle of growth, loss, and rebirth. Rodriguez's lyrical mastery and poignant metaphors make 'Hallazgo De Las Piedras' a profound meditation on the inevitable and often painful process of growing up, filled with both wonder and disillusionment.