Los Siento, Frank

In 'Lo Siento, Frank,' Ariel Rot crafts a poignant narrative lamenting the decline of elegance, good taste, and genuine artistry in contemporary culture. The song opens with a vivid metaphor of 'style' being detained and 'elegance' traveling in an ambulance, suggesting that these qualities are now endangered or even obsolete. This sets the tone for a reflection on how modern society seems to have lost its appreciation for refined and sophisticated art forms. The imagery of lighting a candle for hope underscores a sense of desperation and a faint glimmer of optimism that true artistry might still survive.

The second verse continues this theme by describing a world where the piano keys have turned all white, symbolizing a loss of musical diversity and richness. The prevalence of 'cheap music' and a 'cloudy' treble clef further illustrate a cultural landscape dominated by mediocrity. The narrator's decision to return to bed and sleep until tomorrow signifies a retreat from this disappointing reality, a temporary escape from a world that no longer values quality.

Ariel Rot also touches on the struggles of artists themselves. The poet is bored and disillusioned, the song is imprisoned for being 'too good,' and the bandoneón, a sentimental instrument, is found dying at a hostel's door. These metaphors highlight the emotional and existential crises faced by true artists in a market-driven world. The final lines, where the guitar kills the singer with a rusty string, serve as a stark and dramatic conclusion, emphasizing the destructive impact of neglect and the commercialization of art. The plea to 'close the door on your way out' suggests a finality, a resignation to the current state of affairs, yet it also carries a hint of defiance, a call to preserve what little dignity remains.