La Izquierda de La Noche

Babasónicos' song 'La Izquierda de La Noche' delves into the enigmatic and seductive nature of the night. The lyrics paint the night as an 'imaginary country' where the mundane transforms into something precious, wrapped in a haze of smoke. This metaphor suggests that the night has a unique allure, making everything seem more desirable and significant. The repetition of 'más es más' (more is more) emphasizes the insatiable desire and excess that the night brings, creating an atmosphere where boundaries are blurred and indulgence is the norm.

The phrase 'me enamoré de la noche' (I fell in love with the night) captures the speaker's deep infatuation with the night and its 'artificial flavor.' This artificiality hints at the night’s deceptive nature, offering a temporary escape from reality. The speaker acknowledges that they might have realized this deception but chose to ignore it, highlighting the intoxicating power of the night. The 'izquierda de la noche' (left side of the night) symbolizes a subversive, hidden aspect of nocturnal life, where unspoken rules and secrets thrive. This side of the night is a place of freedom and rebellion, where societal norms are suspended.

The night is also described as a 'portal' where permissions not granted during the day are freely given. This imagery reinforces the idea of the night as a realm of fantasy and liberation. However, it comes with a cost, as everything is 'paid for more.' The night’s allure can be both enchanting and destructive, as it 'sucks you in, drives you crazy, and abandons you.' The repeated line 'todos compartimos el amor' (we all share the love) suggests a communal experience of this nocturnal enchantment, where everyone is united in their secretive indulgence.

The song captures the duality of the night—its beauty and its danger, its freedom and its traps. Babasónicos masterfully uses metaphors and vivid imagery to explore the complex emotions and experiences associated with the night, making 'La Izquierda de La Noche' a captivating reflection on the allure and illusion of nocturnal life.