A La Ronda, Ronda

Charo Cofré's song 'A La Ronda, Ronda' is a tender and poetic reflection on the stages of a daughter's life, from birth to adulthood, encapsulated within the traditional Spanish 'ronda' or circle game. The lyrics use this circular motif to symbolize the cyclical nature of life, emphasizing the joy and inevitable changes that come with growth.

The song begins with the birth of a daughter, described as a moment so beautiful that even 'roses and stars die of envy.' This hyperbolic expression highlights the profound joy and pride that the birth of a child brings. As the daughter grows, she is likened to a butterfly in a cocoon, a metaphor for her development and the delicate, transformative stages of her life. The references to the sun as her 'wise man' and the moon as her 'fairy' enrich the narrative with magical realism, portraying the world around her as a place of wonder and enchantment.

As the song progresses, the daughter reaches maturity, depicted through her playing and singing with other children, and later, falling in love and leaving home. This transition is bittersweet for the parent, who feels both joy in her happiness and sorrow at her departure. The repeated chorus about the daughter being the parent's greatest fortune, a butterfly in a cocoon, serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of childhood and the enduring love of a parent.