Cada Domingo a Las Doce

Arturo Zambo Cavero's 'Cada Domingo a Las Doce' is a poignant ballad that speaks to the pain of separation and the enduring nature of love. The lyrics convey a deep sense of longing and remembrance, as the narrator prepares for the departure of a loved one. The song captures the essence of a person who is left behind, clinging to the rituals and memories that once defined a shared existence.

The recurring theme of waiting 'cada domingo a las doce' (every Sunday at twelve) by the window after mass, symbolizes the hope and despair intertwined in the act of waiting for someone who will never return. This act becomes a ritual, a way to keep the connection alive, even in absence. The mention of the soul waiting in the lonely corner, the sun mourning in the morning, and the bells crying out, all paint a vivid picture of the sorrow and emptiness that fills the narrator's world post-departure.

Arturo Zambo Cavero was known for his ability to convey the emotions of the common people of Peru through his music, often in the genre of vals criollo, a style of Peruvian waltz. His songs frequently touch on themes of love, nostalgia, and the bittersweet facets of life. 'Cada Domingo a Las Doce' is a testament to his talent in capturing the universal experience of loss and the resilience of the human spirit to hold on to love, even when faced with the inevitable passage of time.