Caminando Por El Microcentro '
Attaque 77
Obsessive Longing in the Heart of the City
Attaque 77's song "Caminando Por El Microcentro" delves into the obsessive infatuation of the protagonist with Edda Bustamante, an Argentine actress known for her roles in the 1980s. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who spends hours searching for continuous screenings of her films, particularly "Correccional de mujeres," a movie he has seen multiple times but is willing to watch again just to see her. This obsession is so intense that it disrupts his sleep and dominates his thoughts, making him feel addicted to her presence on the screen.
The song captures the essence of unrequited love and the lengths to which someone might go to feel closer to the object of their affection. The protagonist's plea to the usher not to be removed from the cinema highlights his desperation and the comfort he finds in the repeated viewings of Edda's films. This behavior reflects a deeper emotional void and a yearning for connection that he attempts to fill through his infatuation with a celebrity.
Set against the backdrop of the microcentro, or downtown area, the song also touches on the theme of urban loneliness. The bustling city, with its myriad distractions and screens, becomes a place where the protagonist's obsession can thrive, yet it also underscores his isolation. The repeated calls for Edda to come to him emphasize his longing for a personal connection that remains out of reach, making the song a poignant exploration of desire, addiction, and the human need for intimacy.