Hasta perder la cuenta

Ariel Rot's song 'Hasta perder la cuenta' delves into the emotional turmoil and longing experienced after a sudden and unexplained departure of a loved one. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the protagonist's internal struggle, starting with the abrupt disappearance of the person they care about. The imagery of the 'bolso de mano' (handbag) being taken without leaving any clues symbolizes the abruptness and mystery of the departure, leaving the protagonist in a state of confusion and introspection, staring at the ceiling with a 'remolino en el centro matemático del pecho' (a whirlwind in the mathematical center of the chest).

The passage of time is depicted as a slow, agonizing process, with each drop of time slipping away 'gota a gota' (drop by drop) on the protagonist's forehead. The sudden onset of loneliness is described as 'mala' (bad), emphasizing the negative impact it has on the protagonist's mental state. The image of conversing with plants on the sofa and the 'nudo en la garganta' (knot in the throat) further illustrate the depth of the protagonist's despair and the realization that the loved one will not return.

In the midst of this heartache, the protagonist dreams of a future filled with love and passion, imagining an autumn of kisses and roses, and the silhouettes of bare branches. This dream includes a variety of romantic possibilities, from blondes to brunettes and redheads, symbolizing a desire for a love that can shake them to their core. The final lines express a desperate wish for a storm to erase all traces of the past love, with 'cien mil rayos y centellas hasta perder la cuenta' (a hundred thousand lightning bolts and sparks until losing count), signifying a longing for a fresh start and the obliteration of painful memories.