La Llorona

The song 'La Llorona' performed by Alba Reche is a rendition of a traditional Mexican folk song that has been covered by numerous artists over the years. The song's title refers to the legend of 'The Weeping Woman,' a ghostly figure in Hispanic culture who is said to wander near bodies of water, mourning her drowned children. The lyrics of the song do not directly tell the story of the legend but instead use the imagery and emotion associated with La Llorona to convey a sense of deep sorrow and longing.

In the song, the narrator identifies with the figure of La Llorona, expressing a personal connection to the pain and suffering that she represents. The lyrics 'Todos me dicen el negro, llorona, Negro, pero cariñoso' suggest a duality of being seen as dark ('negro') yet affectionate ('cariñoso'), perhaps indicating a complex identity or the feeling of being misunderstood. The comparison to 'el Chile verde' as 'picante, pero sabroso' further emphasizes the idea of having a sharp, pungent character that is nonetheless appealing and rich in flavor.

The repeated plea 'Llorona, llévame al río' (Llorona, take me to the river) can be interpreted as a desire for purification or a final resting place, as rivers often symbolize the passage to the afterlife. The lines 'Hay muertos que no hacen ruido, llorona, Y es más triste su penar' allude to the silent suffering of those who are gone, perhaps suggesting that the pain of the unnoticed or unacknowledged can be the most profound. The song ends with a poignant question about the nature of desire and sacrifice, leaving listeners to ponder the complexities of love and loss.