"Paraules D'Amor" is a song by Joan Manuel Serrat, a renowned Spanish singer-songwriter. The title translates to "Words of Love" in English. The song tells the story of a past love and reflects upon the simplicity and innocence of their relationship during their teenage years. The lyrics depict the narrator reminiscing about a past love, who loved him deeply. Even though time has passed, the narrator still loves her. They had a strong bond and together they overcame obstacles represented by a closed door. The song reveals that the narrator's love was the center of his world at the time. In their home, they only spoke words of love. These words were simple and tender, as they were young and had limited experience in love. They were only fifteen years old and had not yet had the chance to learn more about love. The narrator and his love were content with just a few phrases that they had learned from old comedians, love stories, and the dreams of poets. These phrases represented the extent of their understanding of love. However, the narrator and his love eventually separated, and he has not been able to find her again. Yet, in the darkness, he often hears an old song that brings back memories. The song evokes old notes, chords, and words of love, reminding him of their past. Overall, "Paraules D'Amor" portrays the nostalgic reflection on a teenage love, highlighting the simplicity and naivety of their relationship. It emphasizes the power and significance of love, even in its simplest form.
