Colillas en el suelo

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The Lingering Echoes of a Faded Dream

Deluxe's song "Colillas en el suelo" paints a vivid picture of the aftermath of a celebration, where the remnants of joy and excitement are scattered like cigarette butts on the floor. The lyrics convey a sense of reluctance to let go of a moment that has already passed, encapsulating the bittersweet feeling of an ended dream. The repetition of the phrase "nadie quiere que se acabe" (nobody wants it to end) emphasizes the collective desire to hold onto the fleeting happiness, even as reality sets in.

The metaphor of a tunnel and the plea to open windows symbolize a yearning for escape and renewal. The tunnel represents a state of confinement or darkness, while the act of opening windows suggests the possibility of fresh air, light, and a new beginning. The repeated line "saldré para siempre" (I will leave forever) underscores a longing for permanent change and liberation from the current state of stagnation.

The imagery of cigarette butts on the floor and deserted streets in the paintings hung on the walls further accentuates the theme of desolation and the remnants of what once was. The mention of "ceniceros de esperanza" (ashtrays of hope) poignantly captures the disillusionment and the empty promises that have been left behind. Deluxe's evocative lyrics and melancholic tone invite listeners to reflect on the transient nature of joy and the inevitable return to reality, urging them to seek new beginnings despite the lingering echoes of the past.

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  1. El amor valiente
  2. Que No
  3. Impulso
  4. Nos Gusta Hacernos Daño
  5. Colillas en el suelo
  6. Ver en la oscuridad
  7. A un metro de distancia
  8. Gigante
  9. Tendremos Que Esperar
  10. De Tanto Callar
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