Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: folk
Song Meaning of “Hechizos, pócimas y brujería” by Mägo de Oz
Hechizos, Pócimas y Brujería, a shimmering rock ballad by Mägo de Oz, speaks of the struggles and power unleashed within a relationship. The song is symbolic of two forces, both human and supernatural, engaging in a battle for power.
The song begins with imagery of a mysterious brew being whisked together, symbolizing the combining of two powerful forces. These forces, combined, create a chaotic storm which needs to be contained and controlled. As the song progresses, they both become more powerful and clash in a battle for control. An enchanting, yet menacing stanza foreshadows the power of the supernatural: “Cuatro noches completas/Divide la luna en dos/Y la lucha entre brujerías/Comienza a amanecer” (“Four full nights/Split the moon in two/And the battle between witchcraft/Begins to dawn”).
The two forces struggle against one another while also dancing with each other in harmony. They lean on each other for support and in times of weakness. Symbols of fire, surprise, darkness, and strength flood the verses and this reflects the characters’ struggles. They both cling to their power, unable to let go, creating tension in their relationship. Despite their differences, they strive to maintain a balanced relationship.
The song’s end reveals the resolution of the two forces: “Todos los hechizos, pócimas y brujerías/Se conjuran entre las dos noches y la madrugada” (“All spells, potions and witchcraft/Are conjured between the two nights and daybreak”). With this, the two forces come to an agreement, allowing them to maintain their magical powers while coexisting. In this way, Hechizos, Pócimas y Brujería is a vivid commentary on the supernatural power of relationships.