Tiempo Al Tiempo

The song 'Tiempo Al Tiempo' by Los Kjarkas, a Bolivian folk music group known for their Andean melodies and profound lyrics, delves into the themes of heartache, lost dreams, and the passage of time. The lyrics express the pain of unrequited love and the impact of harsh words on one's aspirations and dreams. The repetition of 'miles de sueños, miles se mueren' (thousands of dreams, thousands die) emphasizes the magnitude of the emotional devastation experienced by the narrator.

In the chorus, 'Le daremos tiempo al tiempo' (We will give time to time), there is a sense of resignation and the hope that time will heal the wounds or bring clarity to the situation. The phrase suggests a waiting period, where the outcome of the relationship and the possibility of moving on without the loved one's affection is left to the future. The song captures the struggle between the desire to hold on and the necessity to let go.

The final lines reveal the depth of the narrator's commitment and the pain of unreciprocated feelings. The narrator had so much to offer - joy, affection, and care - but is left with the sting of painful words. 'Tiempo Al Tiempo' is a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and the often inevitable journey of healing and acceptance that follows a heartbreak.