Cabaret

The song "Cabaret" by Spanish singer Edurne is an invitation to embrace life with all its vibrancy and to step out of the mundane. The lyrics encourage listeners to leave behind the monotony of everyday life, symbolized by the 'radio, broom, and armchair,' and to step into the world of cabaret, which represents a space of enjoyment, celebration, and living in the moment. The repeated line 'La vida es un cabaret sin más' translates to 'Life is nothing more than a cabaret,' suggesting that life should be lived with the same exuberance and joy as one experiences in a cabaret show.

The song also tells the story of Elsi, a character who lived a life that was far from conventional, engaging in activities that society might frown upon. Despite this, Elsi is remembered with a sense of admiration for her ability to live life on her own terms. Her happiness in death, described as a 'beautifully happy corpse,' serves as a poignant reminder that life is fleeting and should be lived to the fullest. Edurne's personal resolve to die happy like Elsi reinforces the song's message of seizing life's pleasures without hesitation.

"Cabaret" is not just a call to enjoy life's offerings but also a reflection on its brevity. The line 'El tiempo vuela entre cuna y cajón' which means 'Time flies from the cradle to the coffin,' is a stark reminder of life's impermanence. Edurne's portrayal of life as a cabaret is a metaphor for the belief that life should be celebrated with passion and that happiness is found in embracing the present, with all its unpredictability and excitement.