Felicidad No Tienes Dueño
César Banana Pueyrredón
The Elusive Nature of Happiness
César Banana Pueyrredón's song "Felicidad No Tienes Dueño" delves into the fleeting and elusive nature of happiness. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of happiness as a transient and almost ethereal entity, one that comes and goes without warning. The opening lines, "Felicidad no tienes dueño, hoy conmigo y mañana por allá," suggest that happiness is not something that can be owned or controlled. It is a visitor that graces us with its presence momentarily before moving on, leaving us yearning for its return.
The song also explores the emotional toll that the pursuit of happiness can take. The lines, "No ves que mi alma se desangra, de lágrimas que lloro en soledad," convey a deep sense of longing and despair. The singer's soul is bleeding from the tears shed in solitude, highlighting the pain and emptiness that can accompany the absence of happiness. This emotional struggle is further emphasized by the repeated questions, "¿Cuánto tiempo más voy a esperarte? ¿Cómo voy a hacer para vivir?" These questions reflect the uncertainty and desperation that often accompany the quest for happiness.
In the chorus, happiness is described as a "relámpago que brilla tan fugaz," a lightning bolt that shines briefly. This metaphor underscores the fleeting nature of happiness and the difficulty of holding onto it. The plea, "Felicidad ven a mi lado y por favor no me abandones nunca más," is a heartfelt request for happiness to stay and provide some semblance of peace. The song captures the universal human experience of seeking happiness, grappling with its impermanence, and the emotional highs and lows that come with it.