Ojos En Mi Espalda

Cabezones' song 'Ojos En Mi Espalda' delves into themes of paranoia, betrayal, and isolation. The repeated phrase 'Ojos en mi espalda' (Eyes on my back) suggests a constant feeling of being watched or monitored, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for the anxiety and mistrust the narrator feels. This sense of unease is further emphasized by the lines 'Siento el acecho' (I feel the stalking) and 'Mil mentiras más' (A thousand more lies), indicating that the narrator is surrounded by deceit and is anticipating a betrayal, symbolized by 'el filo que me incrustará' (the blade that will stab me).

The chorus, with its desperate questioning 'Donde voy?' (Where am I going?), reflects the narrator's confusion and lack of direction, possibly due to the overwhelming sense of being trapped and watched. The mention of 'mi reino' (my kingdom) being 'mi húmeda habitación' (my damp room) and 'mis libros cuentan mi ceguera' (my books tell of my blindness) paints a picture of isolation and introspection. The room symbolizes a personal space that has become a prison, and the books represent knowledge or experiences that have not provided clarity, but rather have contributed to the narrator's sense of blindness or ignorance.

The repeated longing for someone's presence with 'Si estuvieras acá...' (If you were here...) adds a layer of emotional depth, suggesting that the narrator feels abandoned or alone in their struggle. This yearning for companionship or support highlights the human need for connection, especially in times of distress. The repetition of 'Ojos en mi espalda' at the end of the song reinforces the persistent nature of the narrator's paranoia and the inescapable feeling of being watched.