Cualquier cosa

Carlos Gardel's song 'Cualquier cosa' delves deep into the emotional turmoil of betrayal and disillusionment. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who has been deceived by someone he trusted and loved. The phrase 'Cualquier cosa resultaste' translates to 'You turned out to be anything,' indicating the profound disappointment and unexpected nature of the betrayal. Gardel's use of the word 'splin' (spleen) is a metaphor for deep-seated melancholy, suggesting that the protagonist's sorrow is not just surface-level but deeply ingrained.

The song's narrative reveals the protagonist's realization that the love he received was not genuine but a means to an end for the betrayer. The lines 'tu amor me sonreia, para lograr otro fin' ('your love smiled at me, to achieve another end') highlight the manipulative nature of the relationship. The protagonist's anguish is further emphasized by the description of the betrayer as 'alma cruel y atravesada' ('cruel and pierced soul'), indicating a deep emotional wound inflicted by the betrayal.

Gardel's poignant imagery of 'divinos ojos verdes' ('divine green eyes') that once brought joy but now leave a bitter taste in the protagonist's heart underscores the theme of lost innocence and shattered dreams. The plea to God that the betrayer does not return, as expressed in 'Quiera Dios que no te acuerdes de volver, ya que te fuiste,' ('May God grant that you don't remember to return, since you left') signifies a desire to move on and heal from the pain. This song is a powerful exploration of the complexities of love, trust, and the deep scars left by betrayal.