Buenos Aires

In 'Buenos Aires,' Alex Hoyer delves into the emotional landscape of regret, longing, and resilience. The song paints a vivid picture of the artist's internal struggle as he finds himself in a cold, unwelcoming Buenos Aires apartment, metaphorically and literally feeling the chill of his circumstances. The line 'Menos cinco grados en verano' (minus five degrees in summer) underscores the dissonance between his internal state and the external world, where people are happy and the sun is shining, yet he feels trapped in a perpetual winter.

Hoyer's lyrics reflect a deep sense of regret and a desire to turn back time, particularly to the year 2019, to undo decisions that now cause him pain. This yearning for the past is a common human experience, and Hoyer captures it poignantly with lines like 'Como quisiera estar de vuelta en el 2019' (How I wish I could go back to 2019). Despite this, he acknowledges the impossibility of changing the past, encapsulated in the metaphor of waiting for a flight he knows will never depart. This symbolizes his awareness that some opportunities and moments are irrevocably lost.

Despite the heavy themes of regret and longing, the song also carries a message of resilience. Hoyer repeatedly states, 'Pero aquí sigo' (But here I am), emphasizing his determination to keep going despite the emotional turmoil. The use of 'entre de humo pa' estar vivo' (among smoke to stay alive) suggests he is finding ways to cope, even if they are not ideal. The refrain 'Yo perdono, pero no olvido' (I forgive, but I don't forget) highlights his struggle to move forward while still grappling with the weight of his past. This duality of forgiveness and memory is central to the song's emotional depth, making 'Buenos Aires' a powerful exploration of human vulnerability and strength.