Ansia En Plaza Francia

Andrés Calamaro's song 'Ansia En Plaza Francia' delves into themes of longing, isolation, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man confined in his 'ivory tower,' a metaphor for his emotional and physical isolation. The 'solitude of the hotel room' underscores his loneliness, while the 'weight of his own law' suggests a self-imposed exile or a set of personal rules that have led to his current state. The mention of losing his 'own law' to the 'touch of your skin' indicates that his isolation is a result of a lost or unfulfilled love.

The recurring imagery of 'Plaza Francia' serves as a focal point for his longing. He waits there with 'anxiety,' yearning for the 'fragrance of your rose' that lingers on his skin, a metaphor for the lingering memories of a past lover. The 'damned farewells' that are 'making him old' highlight the emotional toll of these repeated goodbyes. The song also touches on themes of change and adaptation, as seen in the lines about leaving his 'leather jacket in the wardrobe' and becoming a 'retired bullfighter,' suggesting a shift from a rebellious past to a more subdued present.

Calamaro also explores the futility of material wealth in the face of emotional needs. His 'gold card' can't buy him love, emphasizing that true emotional fulfillment can't be purchased. The line 'I puff out my chest and walk on the ceiling' suggests a sense of bravado or false confidence, perhaps a coping mechanism for his emotional pain. The final lines, 'it's better to buy love ready-made,' hint at a cynical view of relationships, suggesting that genuine love is hard to find and perhaps not worth the effort.