Pàginas Pegadas

Attaque 77's song 'Pàginas Pegadas' delves into the unsettling and controversial theme of obsession with innocence and youth. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a character who is deeply infatuated with a young, angelic figure, whose purity and naivety are both alluring and morally troubling. The repeated references to the character's innocence and the narrator's desire to engage in seemingly innocent activities like buying toys and playing doctor underscore a disturbing fixation that crosses ethical boundaries.

The chorus amplifies the sense of obsession, describing sleepless nights and secret rituals dedicated to the object of desire. The imagery of 'páginas pegadas' (stuck pages) and 'jugo de perlas derretidas' (melted pearl juice) suggests a physical manifestation of this obsession, hinting at a compulsive and uncontrollable behavior. The use of metaphors like 'plasticola natural' (natural glue) and 'leche condensada de pasión' (condensed milk of passion) further emphasizes the intensity and perverse nature of the narrator's feelings.

The song also critiques the superficiality and objectification prevalent in media culture. The reference to a 'muñeca de la televisión' (television doll) who is more appealing the more foolish she appears highlights the dehumanizing and exploitative aspects of celebrity and media representation. The narrator's admission of being drawn to this superficiality and his acknowledgment of his vices suggest a self-awareness of his own moral failings, yet an inability or unwillingness to change. 'Pàginas Pegadas' is a stark exploration of dark desires, the impact of media on perceptions of innocence, and the complexities of human obsession.