Carmen Rousas

Chabelos' song "Carmen Rousas" paints a vivid picture of a night filled with unexpected encounters, poor decisions, and lingering consequences. The narrative begins with the protagonist wandering alone on Calle de Las Pizzas, a street known for its nightlife. He meets Carmen Rousas by a jar of sangria and invites her to sit with him. The contrast between their orders—a margarita for him and pan con chicharrón for her—highlights their different backgrounds. He claims to be from Switzerland, while she reveals she lives in a 'barracón,' a term often used to describe a shantytown or a very modest dwelling in Latin America.

The story takes a darker turn as they head to a 'telo,' a colloquial term for a cheap motel. The protagonist pays the doorman and receives a bag and toilet paper, hinting at the seedy nature of the establishment. A young boy sells him a broken condom, leading to a sexually transmitted infection. The lyrics describe the physical and emotional pain he endures, with his 'pennis' splitting in two and the infection being a permanent reminder of that night. The name Carmen Rousas becomes etched in his memory, symbolizing both the allure and the regret of that fateful encounter.

The repeated plea, "Where are you now?" and "Come back to me," underscores the protagonist's longing and desperation. He is haunted by the memory of Carmen Rousas, not just because of the physical consequences but also due to the emotional impact. The song captures a raw and gritty slice of life, blending humor, regret, and a touch of melancholy. Chabelos uses vivid imagery and colloquial language to create a relatable yet cautionary tale about the fleeting nature of nightlife encounters and their potential lasting repercussions.