Cojo El Saco y Me Retiro

Alejandro Astola's song 'Cojo El Saco y Me Retiro' delves into the emotional turmoil of a relationship that has become more burdensome than beneficial. The lyrics metaphorically describe the partner as a cloud that once was blue and is now dark, symbolizing the shift from happiness to sadness in the relationship. The recurring imagery of storms and weather throughout the song emphasizes the unpredictable and often harsh emotional climate that the singer finds himself in.

The chorus of the song presents a poignant ultimatum: the partner must promise to return to the way things were, or the singer will leave. This highlights the theme of longing for the past and the difficulty of accepting change within personal relationships. The use of phrases like 'cojo el saco y me retiro' (I grab my coat and I leave) illustrates the singer's readiness to depart from the relationship, showing a decisive yet reluctant acceptance of the need to move on for his own well-being.

Astola uses vivid imagery, such as being left at the gates of a stone fortress, to express feelings of exclusion and the harsh defenses one might encounter in a partner. This song not only captures the struggle of loving someone who has become emotionally distant but also explores the courage required to prioritize one's own emotional health over a deteriorating relationship.