Mi camello

Albert Pla's song 'Mi camello' delves into the complex and often contradictory emotions surrounding drug addiction and the relationship between a user and their dealer. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the protagonist's daily routine, meeting their dealer in a seemingly mundane setting, yet this interaction holds significant emotional weight. The dealer, referred to as 'camello,' becomes a central figure in the protagonist's life, symbolizing both the source of their happiness and their dependency.

The repeated plea to 'Piensa en mi cuando estes limpio' (Think of me when you are clean) highlights the paradoxical nature of addiction. The protagonist is aware of their dependence and the destructive nature of their habit, yet they cannot help but express a deep affection for their dealer. This line suggests a longing for recognition and perhaps a desire for a different kind of relationship, one not solely based on the exchange of drugs. The phrase 'Llevame contigo' (Take me with you) further emphasizes this yearning for connection and escape from their current reality.

Pla's lyrics also touch on the broader theme of living a life dictated by addiction. The lines 'Y hago mi ley y hago mi trampa' (I make my law and I make my trap) and 'Vivo la guerra del veneno' (I live the war of poison) reflect the internal conflict and the self-destructive nature of the protagonist's lifestyle. Despite acknowledging the 'war' they are living, there is a sense of acceptance and even contentment in their situation, as expressed in 'Yo soy asi yo soy feliz' (I am like this, I am happy). This duality of dependence and contentment is a poignant commentary on the complexities of addiction and the human need for connection, even in the darkest of circumstances.