Los Elementos

“Los Elementos” by Congreso is a poetic exploration of the origins of life and the subsequent evolution of humanity. The song begins with vivid imagery, describing the world in its nascent stages, where everything is raw and unrefined. The metaphor of trying to be an airplane and seeing the earth split like a black orange evokes a sense of wonder and the vastness of the universe. This imagery sets the stage for a journey back in time, to an era before human existence, where only silent planets and a submarine-like universe existed.

The song then delves into the creation of life, with the earth giving birth to the moon from a crack in the sea. This poetic description highlights the interconnectedness of all elements in the universe. The arrival of various forms of life, from fish to butterflies to tiny insects, signifies the beginning of a thriving ecosystem. Each planet, pregnant with potential, continues to procreate, leading to the eventual arrival of humans. This part of the song emphasizes the natural progression of life and the inherent drive to continue the cycle of creation.

As the song progresses, it reflects on the early days of humanity, a time when there was no fame, ambition, or money—only a pure love for life and the excitement of inaugurating a new world. This nostalgic reflection contrasts sharply with the present, where the worshippers of change lament the loss of innocence and simplicity. The song ends on a somber note, with the moon, the earth's first daughter, turning pale with sorrow and becoming a bride of lime, symbolizing the loss of purity and the inevitable changes brought by time and human progress.