Duele

The song 'Duele' by Dorian, a Spanish indie pop band known for their synth-heavy sound and introspective lyrics, delves into themes of pain, isolation, and the futile attempts to escape one's own feelings. The title 'Duele,' which translates to 'It Hurts' in English, sets the tone for a somber reflection on inner turmoil.

The lyrics metaphorically describe a person orbiting around a solar eclipse, symbolizing the darkness that envelops them whenever they attempt to see clearly or open their heart. This person is likened to an 'angel of desolation,' flying over the city and searching for salvation or destruction. The repeated lines 'Nadie puede encontrarte / Cuando huyes de ti' (No one can find you / When you run from yourself) and 'Nadie puede salvar a nadie / Cuando duele así' (No one can save anyone / When it hurts like this) emphasize the idea that when one is in deep pain and chooses to flee from their problems, they become unreachable, even to those who might want to help.

The song also touches on the concept of seeking oblivion through excess, whether it be through 'veneno y el placer' (poison and pleasure) or other means of numbing the pain. The imagery of disappearing 'like a delta in the sea' suggests a loss of identity and the overwhelming desire to vanish completely. The chorus, with its haunting repetition of 'duele' (it hurts), underscores the persistent and inescapable nature of the pain being described, whether it's the pain of loneliness, reality, or darkness.