Presente

Vox Dei's song 'Presente' delves into the profound realization of life's transient nature and the inevitable conclusion of all things. The lyrics poignantly reflect on the ephemeral quality of life, love, and daily endeavors, emphasizing that nothing is permanent. The recurring lines, 'Todo concluye al fin' (Everything ends at last) and 'Todo tiene un final' (Everything has an end), set a somber tone, reminding listeners of the finite nature of existence.

The song also explores themes of love and its limitations. The narrator initially believes in the boundless nature of love, only to be confronted with its eventual decline, possibly due to a change of heart or the presence of another person. This shift from a romantic idealism to a more realistic understanding of love's conditions and eventual end is a central theme. The lyrics, 'Creía que el amor no tenía medida' (I believed that love had no measure), followed by the realization 'Pero sin embargo terminó' (But nevertheless, it ended), encapsulate this painful enlightenment.

Moreover, 'Presente' encourages living in the moment, recognizing that the present is all that truly exists. The final lines, 'Cuanta verdad hay en vivir solamente el momento en que estás, sí, el presente' (How much truth there is in living only the moment you are in, yes, the present), serve as a philosophical conclusion that urges acceptance of life's fleeting moments. By focusing on the present, the song suggests finding peace in the transient nature of life and love, rather than being overwhelmed by the fear of inevitable endings.