Soles
Marilina Ross
Chasing the Sun: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Marilina Ross's song "Soles" is a poetic exploration of loss, introspection, and eventual rediscovery. The lyrics begin with the imagery of the sun fleeing from the narrator's guitar, leaving her in a state of desolation and solitude. This metaphorical sun represents a source of inspiration, warmth, or perhaps a significant person in her life. The absence of the sun leads the narrator to embark on a journey within herself, trying to understand where this light has gone.
The song cleverly uses musical notes as metaphors for different aspects of the narrator's emotional state. The notes "Mi," "Fa," "Si," "Do," "La," and "Re" are personified, each unable to provide answers to the narrator's questions about the sun's disappearance. This use of musical terminology not only highlights the artist's connection to music but also suggests that the answers she seeks are not easily found in the external world or through logical reasoning.
As the song progresses, there is a shift from despair to hope. A voice from within the narrator emerges, guiding her towards the sun once more. This internal voice symbolizes self-discovery and the realization that the sun, or the source of love and inspiration, is always present, even if not immediately visible. The journey through "telarañas de un viejo disfraz" and "rostros de amores que ya no están" suggests a confrontation with past experiences and identities, leading to a sense of liberation and renewal. Ultimately, the song conveys a message of resilience and the enduring presence of love and light, even in the darkest times.