Como Acaban Los Sueños
091
The Elusive Nature of Dreams in 'Como Acaban Los Sueños'
091's song 'Como Acaban Los Sueños' delves into the ephemeral and elusive nature of dreams, exploring the difficulty of holding onto them once we wake up. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a surreal landscape filled with broken mirrors, imaginary maps, and endless books, symbolizing the fragmented and often incomprehensible nature of our dreams. The recurring theme of not being able to remember how dreams end underscores the frustration and mystery that often accompany our subconscious experiences.
The song opens with the narrator pleading for darkness, solitude, and silence, setting a tone of introspection and yearning. This quest for a dream state is met with a dream that arrives quickly but is filled with unsettling imagery, such as broken mirrors reflecting hidden parts of ourselves and a path that is already laid out but impossible to walk. These metaphors suggest a deeper exploration of the human psyche, where dreams serve as a mirror to our innermost fears and desires.
As the song progresses, the imagery becomes even more poignant with references to ash, broken promises, and floating sorrows. The mention of 'diecisiete osos de peluche' (seventeen teddy bears) searching for something to believe in and 'diecisiete tumbas' (seventeen graves) adds a layer of melancholy and loss. The repetition of the inability to remember how dreams end emphasizes the transient nature of dreams and perhaps life itself, leaving the listener with a sense of longing and introspection.
'Como Acaban Los Sueños' is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of the dream world, filled with rich metaphors and emotional depth. It captures the essence of the fleeting nature of dreams and the human desire to grasp and understand them, even as they slip away upon waking.