Rosas Lyrics in English by La Oreja de Van Gogh
Bostezo literally translates to "yawn". While it's a common word, the song uses it in a uniquely poetic and memorable way.
La Oreja de Van Gogh creates the beautiful metaphor "un bostezo de sol" (a yawn of sun) to describe a sunset. This phrase paints a vivid picture of the day ending, as if the sun itself is tired and is yawning before going to sleep. It's a perfect example of the creative and beautiful lyrics you'll learn in this classic song.
This song tells a complete story of a love affair, from its magical beginning to its heartbreaking end. It starts with a chance meeting on what the singer thought would be just another day. They fall in love so intensely that she jokes they hold the "récord del mundo en querernos" (world record for loving each other). It's a sweet, slightly over-the-top declaration that shows just how special their connection felt.
But the story takes a turn. After six months, he leaves her with a simple "un placer coincidir en esta vida" (a pleasure to meet in this life), holding her heart in one hand and a bunch of excuses in the other. Now, she waits for him every single Friday, her face tear-soaked, hoping he'll show up with roses. She knows it's a bit silly to want such a cliché gesture, but she admits, "soy así" (that's how I am). The song ends with her wondering if true love is only the first one, and all the others are just a way to forget.
