#Mímulus Amor Sagaç (feat. Ferran Savall)

Clara Peya's song "#Mímulus Amor Sagaç (feat. Ferran Savall)" delves into the complex interplay between vulnerability and the facade of strength. The lyrics, sung in Catalan, reveal a poignant narrative of someone who has hidden their true self behind a mask of invincibility. The opening lines, "Et vaig amargar la veritat / Fingint que jo em podia menjar el món" (I hid the truth from you / Pretending I could conquer the world), set the stage for a confession of fragility. The protagonist admits to breaking into pieces when faced with adversity, a stark contrast to the image of strength they have projected.

The song continues to explore the theme of deception and the toll it takes on the individual. The line "Et vaig enganyar per costum / La gent es pensa que jo sóc d'acer" (I deceived you out of habit / People think I am made of steel) highlights the societal pressure to appear unbreakable. This pressure leads the protagonist to disguise their fears and insecurities, creating a false persona of rebellion. However, this facade is unsustainable, as the lyrics reveal that the steel exterior is merely paper that crumples under the weight of unfulfilled dreams.

In the chorus, the plea for acceptance and understanding is evident. The protagonist asks for a truce, expressing the pain of being distant from their loved one. The lines "Fes-me sentir diferent / Ajuda'm a fingir que puc guanyar" (Make me feel different / Help me pretend that I can win) and "Però si m'acceptes així / En guanyarem el món d'amor sagaç" (But if you accept me like this / We will conquer the world with sagacious love) encapsulate the desire for genuine connection. The song ultimately suggests that true strength lies in embracing one's vulnerabilities and finding love that accepts and understands these imperfections.