15 de Marzo

The song '15 de Marzo' by Verano Del 98 is a poignant exploration of nostalgia, unfulfilled promises, and the bittersweet nature of past relationships. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a past love, filled with promises and silences, symbolized by the date March 15th, which now feels distant. The mention of 'dos anillos de 40 pesos' (two rings of 40 pesos) suggests a simple, perhaps youthful, commitment that held significant emotional weight despite its modest material value.

The song's narrative revolves around the singer's reflection on a past friendship that evolved into something more complex and emotionally charged. The lines 'Mi amiga triste' and 'Mi amiga bella' indicate a deep affection and a sense of loss, as the relationship lacked a 'puente' (bridge) to cross when things became painful. This metaphorical bridge represents the communication and understanding that were missing, leading to the eventual fading of their connection.

The imagery of 'se apagó la estrella' (the star went out) and 'se fue la rayuela' (the hopscotch game is gone) evokes a sense of lost innocence and the end of a playful, carefree time. The final lines, 'Ahora somos tres en el espejo / Mi amiga, yo y ese amor tan fresco,' suggest that the memory of this love still lingers, creating a complex emotional reflection involving the singer, their friend, and the fresh, yet haunting, memory of their love. The song captures the essence of longing and the melancholic beauty of reminiscing about a love that could have been but never fully materialized.