Frente Al Mar

Mariano Mores' song 'Frente Al Mar' is a poignant ballad that speaks to the pain of a farewell, set against the backdrop of the sea and the presence of a higher power. The lyrics convey a deep sense of loss and confusion, as the narrator's voice is 'soaked with night and sorrow,' trembling with the emotion of a final goodbye. The sea and God are witnesses to this moment of intense personal grief and the search for answers.

The narrator pleads for understanding, asking why they are being punished. There is a sense of injustice felt, as the only 'crime' committed was to give love unconditionally, without asking for anything more in return. This one-sided devotion has led to heartbreak, and the narrator is left in the dark, unable to comprehend why the 'light of love' has been extinguished. The repetition of 'frente al mar, frente a dios' (in front of the sea, in front of God) emphasizes the vastness and depth of their despair, as they stand before the infinite and the divine, seeking solace.

As the song concludes, the only certainty the narrator has is that their loved one is leaving. The wind seems to echo this departure, cruelly shouting 'nevermore.' The use of the wind as a metaphor for the voice of the departing lover amplifies the feeling of emptiness and finality. Mariano Mores, known for his contributions to the tango genre, infuses this song with the melancholic and dramatic elements characteristic of tango music, creating a powerful and emotional narrative of love and loss.