Río
Silvio Rodriguez · Other Songs - Silvio Rodriguez
Anoche supe la verdad
Creí a mi alma inservible
Pero era cansancio vulgar, nada más
Tú eres un don de la brisa
Un ser de la resurrección
Un pájaro con una risa
Capaz de arrastrar a la noche hasta el sol
Río, río, río
Río de verdad
Como un animal
Que ha sido puesto en libertad
Río
Me dejo ir en mano alegre, voy previendo
Porque mañana, a lo mejor, hay un entierro
Y una mordida de pantera en lo más mío
Río
Y no es un desafío
A la vida del sueño
Es que vivo camino al cementerio
Río by Silvio Rodriguez
Silvio Rodriguez's 'Río' stands as a quintessential example of his poetic approach to folkloric and urban themes. The song reflects the artist's signature ability to weave social commentary with lyrical beauty, characteristic of his work spanning from the 1970s through the 2000s. Often associated with the Nueva Canción movement, Rodriguez's compositions frequently explore the complexities of Latin American identity, poverty, and resilience. While specific album placements vary across his extensive discography, the track embodies the acoustic guitar-driven intimacy that defined his solo career. His influence on subsequent generations of Latin American musicians remains profound, cementing his status as a vital voice in the genre's history.