Devuélvemelo

Babi's song 'Devuélvemelo' is a poignant exploration of inner turmoil and the desire for redemption of lost time. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is struggling with their own mind, feeling as if they are on the brink of a breakdown. The imagery of a mosquito that constantly bothers and a torturer who silences cries by killing suggests an internal battle with persistent, intrusive thoughts that lead to self-destructive tendencies.

The chorus, 'Devuélvemelo, devuélveme, devuélvete' (which translates to 'Give it back to me, give me back, give yourself back'), is a plea for the return of time and self that has been lost to these struggles. The repetition of this line emphasizes the desperation and the depth of the loss felt. The song also touches on themes of loneliness and the feeling of being misunderstood, as the artist describes a mind that is exposed but never for sale, and a life that is devoid of visitors and filled with disaster.

The song's narrative is not just about personal struggle, but also about the resilience in the face of it. Despite the darkness, there is a refusal to conform or to give in to despair completely. The mention of preferring to die of hunger than to eat someone else's 'alpiste' (birdseed) suggests a strong will to maintain autonomy and integrity, even in the lowest moments. The song is a raw and honest account of battling with one's demons and the yearning to reclaim what has been taken by them.