Siempre

The song 'Siempre' by Vertical Banda is a heartfelt ode to the omnipresence and magnificence of divine love. The lyrics repeatedly emphasize the word 'siempre,' which means 'always' in Spanish, underscoring the perpetual and unwavering nature of this divine presence. The singer expresses a constant awareness of this love, feeling it in every aspect of their surroundings. This sense of divine omnipresence is not just a fleeting feeling but a continuous, palpable experience that brings comfort and awe.

The imagery in the song is vivid and evocative, drawing on natural elements like the sea and the sky to illustrate the grandeur of the divine. The lines 'Veo el mar y veo tu gloria' (I see the sea and I see your glory) and 'Veo el cielo y son tus obras' (I see the sky and they are your works) highlight how the natural world serves as a testament to the divine's greatness. This connection between nature and the divine is a common theme in spiritual music, aiming to show that the divine's presence is woven into the very fabric of the world.

Moreover, the song conveys a sense of personal relationship and communication with the divine. The singer feels constantly surprised and amazed by this presence, as seen in the lines 'Siempre Tú me asombras' (You always amaze me) and 'Hablando conmigo otra vez' (Talking with me again). This personal interaction is further emphasized by the desire to praise and please the divine, as expressed in the lines 'Cantando te quiero alabar' (Singing, I want to praise you) and 'Hasta que te logre agradar' (Until I manage to please you). The song captures a profound sense of gratitude and reverence, celebrating the divine's continuous and awe-inspiring presence in the singer's life.