Futuro

Café Tacvba's song 'Futuro' delves into the complexities of life, death, and the importance of living in the present. The lyrics juxtapose contrasting decisions and outcomes, such as 'Yo dije que no, Ella dijo sí' (I said no, She said yes), highlighting the unpredictability and inevitability of life's events. This duality is further emphasized with the lines 'La muerte dijo sí, Yo digo que no' (Death said yes, I say no), suggesting a struggle against the finality of death and the desire to affirm life despite its challenges.

The song reflects on the fleeting nature of time, as seen in the lines 'Es una cuestión de tiempo, Tan breve este momento' (It's a matter of time, This moment is so brief). This acknowledgment of life's brevity underscores the urgency to live fully in the present. The repeated phrase 'El futuro es hoy' (The future is today) serves as a powerful reminder that the future is not a distant concept but something that is shaped by our actions and decisions in the present moment.

Café Tacvba also touches on themes of resilience and perseverance. The lyrics 'Traigo este presente, Por las que has pasado, Ha sido pesado, Añorar a ausentes' (I bring this present, For what you've been through, It has been heavy, Longing for the absent) speak to the weight of past experiences and the pain of missing loved ones. Despite these hardships, the song encourages moving forward 'A paso paulatino' (At a gradual pace), emphasizing that progress, no matter how slow, is still progress. The song's message is clear: embrace the present, cherish each moment, and understand that the future is shaped by what we do today.