C'est La Vie

Celtas Cortos' song 'C'est La Vie' is a vibrant celebration of diversity and unity, encapsulated in a catchy and repetitive chorus that emphasizes the phrase 'C'est la vie,' meaning 'That's life' in French. The song's lyrics highlight the acceptance of various cultural icons and philosophies, questioning why we can't extend the same acceptance to each other. By mentioning figures like McDonald's, Superman, Tintin, and Spiderman, the song points out how society readily embraces commercial and fictional characters from different cultures.

The song further delves into the admiration for historical and philosophical figures such as Leonardo da Vinci, Confucius, Plato, Epicurus, and Zeno. These references serve to illustrate the wide range of human thought and achievement that we celebrate. The repeated question, '¿por qué no a ti? Que estás aquí. Y yo,' translates to 'Why not you? Who is here. And me,' urging listeners to recognize and appreciate the value in every individual, just as we do with these renowned figures.

Additionally, the song touches on environmental consciousness by mentioning the efforts to help animals like seals, bears, minks, jaguars, and endangered species. This inclusion broadens the scope of the song's message, suggesting that our compassion and efforts to protect should also extend to our fellow humans. The recurring line 'Todo el mundo ya está aquí,' meaning 'Everyone is already here,' reinforces the idea that we are all part of this world together, and thus, we should embrace and support one another.