De Paso

Luis Eduardo Aute's song 'De Paso' delves into the philosophical contemplation of life's fleeting nature and the human tendency to either cling to the past or fear the future. The lyrics begin with a strong statement against procrastination and the illusion of waiting for a 'right moment,' suggesting that such delays are akin to committing a crime against the essence of living. Aute emphasizes that dwelling on the past ('Ayer') is futile as it does not heal the wounds ('Las cicatrices no curan el mal') we carry with us.

The chorus, with its repetitive 'Que no, que no,' is a resolute denial of stagnation. Aute asserts that thought ('el pensamiento') is dynamic and cannot be confined or seated ('no puede tomar asiento'). This idea is reinforced by the phrase 'Siempre de paso,' which translates to 'always passing through,' encapsulating the concept that life is a journey, not a destination, and that our thoughts and existence are in a constant state of transition. The song's title, 'De Paso,' itself reflects this transient nature of life and thought.

Aute also critiques those who try to impose rules ('Quien pone reglas al juego') or claim to understand life's mysteries, suggesting that they are driven by fear and have never truly engaged with life ('nunca jugó'). He extends this criticism to science ('La ciencia es una estrategia'), which he views as an attempt to bind truth, failing to acknowledge the mystery that lies beyond the material world. The song closes by dismissing false prophets ('Hay demasiados profetas') who claim to champion freedom but are merely using it as an excuse to exist without purpose. The imagery of an 'infinite night' rocking a 'great coffin' serves as a metaphor for the world, reminding us that life is but a brief flash of light in the darkness.