Clara

Ana Torroja's song "Clara" paints a poignant and melancholic portrait of a woman named Clara, who is depicted as a distinct and solitary figure. The lyrics describe Clara as someone who feels out of place among her peers, with an absent gaze that suggests a deep sense of disconnection. This sense of isolation is further emphasized by her unfortunate choices, particularly in seeking an escape that ultimately leads her to more profound loneliness.

The song delves into Clara's struggles as she drifts through life, abandoned and seeking solace in fleeting moments of clarity. The imagery of "making friends in the snow" and "discovering worlds where it never rains" suggests her attempts to find comfort in imaginary or temporary escapes. However, these moments are short-lived, and she repeatedly finds herself shrinking her sorrows to stay afloat. The mention of "black stars" in her veins hints at substance abuse, a dark path she takes to numb her pain, which others around her choose to ignore.

Clara's downward spiral continues as she loses her job and succumbs to a life of desperation. Her disappearance is marked by a haunting image of her wandering the streets, adjusting her pace to others, and doing anything for money to fuel her addiction. The final verses depict her tragic end, with Clara metaphorically drowning in her fears, her clothes soaked, and the ground serving as her pillow. The song concludes with a somber dawn, symbolizing the end of her struggle and the beginning of a new, albeit tragic, chapter.