Los Amantes

Susana Baca's 'Los Amantes' is a poetic exploration of love intertwined with the natural world. The song opens with vivid imagery of walking through forests and parks, where the very act of kissing the lover's feet causes autumn to strip the trees bare. This metaphor suggests that the presence of the beloved has a profound impact on the environment, emphasizing the deep connection between love and nature. The autumnal setting also evokes a sense of change and transformation, mirroring the transformative power of love.

The lyrics then shift to a comparison between the speaker's love and another's, both described as having 'infinite eyes.' This phrase suggests a boundless, all-encompassing love that sees beyond the surface. The desire to 'undress you of autumn' further emphasizes the wish to strip away the layers and reveal the true essence of the beloved, free from the trappings of time and season. This line also hints at a longing for intimacy and vulnerability, key elements in any deep romantic relationship.

The chorus brings the focus back to the lovers themselves, enveloped by rain and love. The repetition of 'la lluvia sin cesar, sin cesar el amor' (the rain without end, the love without end) creates a rhythmic, almost hypnotic effect, reinforcing the idea of love as a constant, unending force. The rain, like love, 'humedece a los amantes' (moistens the lovers), suggesting that both elements nourish and sustain them. This imagery of rain and love as life-giving forces highlights the song's central theme: the eternal, cyclical nature of love and its profound connection to the natural world.