Saludo, Presentacion 2006

Agarrate Catalina's song "Saludo, Presentacion 2006" is a vibrant homage to the spirit of carnival and the sense of community it fosters. The lyrics paint a picture of a world transformed by the magic of carnival, where the mundane becomes extraordinary, and the everyday is infused with a sense of wonder and joy. The song opens with a description of a fleeting, ephemeral world illuminated by yellow lights, suggesting the temporary yet enchanting nature of carnival. This is a place where an ancient clarity returns to shine anew with each celebration, highlighting the cyclical and timeless essence of this cultural festivity.

The song continues to describe the opening of the gates of heaven and the arrival of happy hours in a better world, symbolized by a lost angel hanging streamers from an old lantern. This imagery evokes a sense of divine intervention and the transformative power of carnival, where nights change hands, and water turns into orange blossom liqueurs. The lyrics also mention the 'cursed dogs of the bacchanal' watching over everyone, adding a touch of the mystical and the protective to the carnival atmosphere.

Agarrate Catalina, known for their murga style, blends music, theater, and social commentary. The song speaks to the role of musicians as wandering minstrels, poor relatives of the god of wine, who return to paths meant for returning. This reflects the itinerant nature of carnival performers and their connection to ancient traditions. The lyrics also express a personal journey, with the singer coming to die singing alongside vagabonds at the world's end, seeking solace and rebirth through song. The murga is described as a divine princess, a beautiful yet humble figure with silver wings and iridescent laughter, embodying the duality of joy and sorrow inherent in carnival. The song concludes with the entire neighborhood coming out to witness the spectacle, touching the fleeting brilliance of the carnival star, and celebrating the return of Agarrate Catalina, bringing light and color to their world once more.