Ex noche

Ella Es Tan Cargosa's song 'Ex Noche' captures the fleeting beauty and inevitable consequences of a night well spent. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the early morning light breaking through, signaling the end of what the band refers to as the 'ex noche'—a night that has transitioned into the past. The imagery of the 'red sphere' that people call the sun highlights the contrast between the magical night and the harsh reality of the day. This transition is not just physical but also emotional, as the characters in the song must face the mundane responsibilities and societal expectations that come with daylight.

The song delves into the theme of time and its relentless passage. The lyrics reflect on how time seems to accelerate when one is having a good time, a sentiment encapsulated in the line 'cuando la pasamos bien, los relojes van a mil' (when we have a good time, the clocks go a thousand). This notion is further emphasized by the realization that they must now 'pay with their bodies in cash' for the excesses of the night. The reference to 'negros capoeira' battling in the singer's head adds a layer of cultural richness, suggesting a chaotic yet rhythmic struggle within the mind, akin to the Brazilian martial art.

The song also touches on the bittersweet nature of these experiences. The morning light reveals the 'spatial' quality of the partner's dress, a poetic way of saying that the magic of the night still lingers, even as reality sets in. The final line, 'como va a doler la ex noche' (how the ex night will hurt), encapsulates the inevitable pain that follows such euphoric moments. It's a poignant reminder that every high has its low, and every night of revelry has its morning of reckoning.