En El Muelle De San Blas

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In the enchanting melody of 'En El Muelle De San Blas,' Maná tells a poignant tale of love and longing. The protagonist is left alone in forgetfulness, with only their spirit as company. The story unfolds at the wharf of San Blas, where a promise of return was made, setting the stage for a heart-wrenching journey of waiting and hoping.

Time passes, marked by countless moons and nested afternoons filled with memories intertwined with hair and lips. The protagonist remains steadfast in their devotion, donning the same attire in anticipation of a long-awaited reunion. Despite the challenges posed by crabs, the essence of love, sadness, and illusion persists.

As the years slip by, the sea becomes a source of solace, with the protagonist's body rooted to the wharf, a testament to unwavering loyalty. Hair whitens, yet the love that was pledged remains unfulfilled, leading to whispers of madness from onlookers. Attempts to intervene prove futile, as the bond with the sea is unbreakable.

The protagonist endures, remaining alone, with only the sun and sea as companions. In a bittersweet conclusion, they linger until the very end, a solitary figure in the evocative setting of the wharf of San Blas. Through haunting echoes of 'single, single,' the song captures the essence of steadfast love, unwavering dedication, and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of relentless longing.