Mareo

Babasónicos' song 'Mareo' delves into the emotional turmoil and vulnerability that comes with longing and unfulfilled love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the intense feelings of shame and hesitation that arise when they are in the presence of a loved one. The opening lines, 'Me da vergüenza y no sé si decírtelo / Si se me nota no levanto la mirada,' reveal a deep sense of embarrassment and the struggle to maintain composure. This sets the stage for a narrative filled with emotional highs and lows, where the protagonist feels overwhelmed by the mere presence of their beloved.

The chorus, 'Es que me mata tu ausencia / Y haberte querido tanto / Porque el recuerdo no es real / Estemos juntos otra vez,' underscores the pain of separation and the yearning to rekindle a past relationship. The repetition of 'me mata tu ausencia' emphasizes the devastating impact of the loved one's absence, while 'el recuerdo no es real' suggests that memories alone are insufficient to fill the void. This longing is not just for the person but for the tangible, real connection that once existed.

As the song progresses, the lyrics 'El tiempo arrasa secuestrando mi pudor / Cobro confianza y te dirijo unas palabras' indicate a shift from hesitation to a desperate attempt to communicate and bridge the gap created by time. The imagery of falling into an abyss and questioning '¿que nos pasó?' captures the confusion and despair of a relationship that has lost its way. The song concludes with a plea for reunion, 'No acepto mas pasarla mal / Estemos juntos otra vez,' highlighting the protagonist's refusal to continue suffering and their desire to restore the lost connection. Babasónicos masterfully encapsulates the complexities of love, loss, and the human need for connection in 'Mareo.'