Digo La Telesita

The song "Digo La Telesita" by Bruno Arias is a tribute to the folkloric figure of La Telesita, a legendary character from the Argentine folklore of Santiago del Estero. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman, Telesita, who is deeply connected to nature and possesses a spirit as free and untamed as the horizon. Her heart is likened to the rain, suggesting a sense of purity and life-giving force.

The narrative of the song recounts the story of Telesita, who was known for her passionate dancing. The 'llamas en su corazón' (flames in her heart) metaphorically represent her fervent spirit and the intensity with which she lived her life. The reference to 'incendiada madera' (burning wood) and 'quemazón' (burning) alludes to her tragic end, where she is said to have danced herself into a state of ecstatic combustion. The song implies that her dance and spirit were so powerful that they led to her physical immolation.

Bruno Arias's song is not just a recounting of a folk tale but also a celebration of Telesita's legacy. The chorus invites people to continue dancing the chacarera, a traditional Argentine folk dance, in her honor. The mention of 'siete las chacareras' (seven chacareras) and 'regaditas con alcohol' (sprinkled with alcohol) suggests a ritualistic remembrance and a communal act of celebration, where people come together to keep Telesita's tradition alive through dance and music, despite the underlying tones of sorrow and loss.