Era En Abril

The song 'Era En Abril' by Juan Carlos Baglietto is a poignant and deeply emotional ballad that deals with the pain of losing a child. The lyrics are a raw and heartfelt expression of grief, capturing the devastation that comes with such a loss. The song's title, which translates to 'It Was in April,' sets a scene of a time that should have been filled with the joy of new life but instead is marked by sorrow.

The lyrics describe the singer's dreams and hopes for their child, who has passed away before having a chance to experience life. Phrases like 'Se me ha hecho pedazos mi sueño mejor' (My best dream has been shattered) and 'Se ha muerto mi niño' (My child has died) convey the depth of the singer's anguish. The imagery of a song made for the child, the anticipation of their life, and the cruel reality of their absence are all powerfully evoked. The repeated references to the child dancing in the womb 'like a meadow in bloom' and the umbilical cord being like the sun, symbolize the life-giving connection between mother and child that was tragically cut short.

The song also touches on the physical and emotional aftermath of the loss. The mother is left with 'dos pechos llenos de leche y dolor' (two breasts full of milk and pain), a stark reminder of the life that was meant to be nurtured. The contemplation of the family's future, with the suggestion that it might be better for all three to leave than for two to stay, underscores the depth of despair and the disruption of the natural order of life. 'Era En Abril' is a moving tribute to the love and pain that come with the loss of a child, and a testament to the enduring impact of such a tragedy.