Hoy Lyrics in English by Paula Arenas
Tontería translates to "folly" or "foolishness". It's a word that captures a sense of regret and self-reflection, making it quite impactful.
In the song, Paula Arenas uses it to describe the foolishness of hiding her true self for the sake of someone else's affection: "que tontería fue esconderme de mi misma por quererte sin medida" (what foolishness it was to hide myself from myself for loving you without measure). This word highlights a pivotal moment of realization and empowerment in the lyrics.
Paula Arenas's "Hoy" is all about finding freedom and embracing your true self after a difficult relationship. It's a powerful declaration of independence, where she decides to say goodbye to fear and finally listen to her own voice. She sings, "Voy a despedirme del miedo / Por que quiero oír mi voz, cuando a de corazon" [I'm going to say goodbye to fear / Because I want to hear my voice, when it comes from the heart].
This song is a celebration of moving on. Paula decides to walk in her dreams and ignore reason, trusting her intuition instead. She realizes it was foolish to hide herself for the sake of loving someone else without limits. "Hoy camino en la verdad / Hoy celebro que no estás" [Today I walk in truth / Today I celebrate that you are not here] perfectly sums up this feeling of liberation. It's a beautiful anthem for anyone who's ready to leave the past behind and sing their own song of freedom!
