Hojarascas

Kraken's song 'Hojarascas' delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship marked by betrayal and heartache. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a lover who feels abandoned and deceived, grappling with the shadows of a once cherished connection. The opening lines, 'Entre sombras tu perfil / Hoy se esconde solo, tras de mi,' suggest a sense of isolation and the haunting presence of a partner who appears and disappears at will, leaving the narrator in a state of confusion and longing.

The metaphor of 'hojarascas' or withering leaves is central to the song, symbolizing the decay and inevitable end of the relationship. The imagery of leaves falling 'como escarchas caen sin desistir' evokes a sense of relentless sorrow and the coldness that has seeped into the narrator's heart. The repeated questioning of the partner's actions, '¿Porque has jugado a la ruleta? / ¿Es que has perdido la razón?' highlights the narrator's struggle to understand the reasons behind the betrayal and the emotional roulette they have been subjected to.

As the song progresses, the narrator's pain becomes more palpable, with lines like 'Me haz colmado el alma de tristezas y de soledad' expressing the depth of their despair. The declaration 'No soy ninguna marioneta' signifies a reclaiming of self-worth and a refusal to be manipulated any longer. The final verses, 'Ni tus cenizas quedarán,' serve as a powerful statement of moving on, indicating that not even the ashes of the past relationship will remain. This song is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the journey towards healing and self-empowerment.