El Resguardo

Anabantha's 'El Resguardo' is a hauntingly beautiful song that delves into themes of love, death, and eternal longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a dark, gothic romance where the protagonist is enveloped in a world of shadows and mystery. The recurring imagery of 'rosas negras' (black roses) symbolizes the intertwining of beauty and sorrow, setting the tone for the entire song. These black roses invade the protagonist's solitude, representing the inescapable nature of their melancholic dreams and desires.

The presence of a vampire in the lyrics adds a layer of supernatural allure and protection. This vampire, with its wings, shields the protagonist from the tempest that resurrects their soul daily. The vampire's kiss, described as a 'prototipo de satisfacción' (prototype of satisfaction), suggests a deep, almost forbidden pleasure that transcends mortal experiences. The protagonist's plea for silence, 'No digas nada' (Don't say anything), emphasizes the ineffable nature of their longing and the futility of words in capturing their profound emotions.

The song also explores the concept of death as both an end and a new beginning. The protagonist converses with a 'cadáver' (corpse), seeking to understand the mysteries of death and what it desires in eternity. The 'divina noche' (divine night) that guards their steps and the 'marcha fúnebre' (funeral march) that will be heard underscore the somber, yet sacred, journey they are on. The lyrics convey a sense of eternal pain and passion, as the protagonist feels the pleasure of death and crosses the divine light guarded by God. In the embrace of the vampire's arms and eyes, the protagonist experiences a bittersweet farewell to life, encapsulating the song's themes of love, death, and the eternal dance between them.