La Fortaleza is an anthem of self-empowerment in which Chilean singer-songwriter Francisca Valenzuela decides to leave guilt and doubt behind, pack her bags, and stride toward a brighter horizon. The lyrics paint the picture of someone who has listened to outside voices for too long, yet finally chooses to trust her own. She imagines crossing mountain ranges, surviving storms, and letting each sunset and sunrise guide her forward — all symbols of renewal and unstoppable movement.
Throughout the song, Valenzuela repeats that she will be la fortaleza — the fortress. By declaring “I am the fire, I am the sword, I am the house, I am the water,” she celebrates every facet of her identity, from gentle to fierce. The message is clear: real strength comes from embracing every part of ourselves and meeting whatever life brings with poetry, creativity, and unshakeable inner power.