Cosas Raras

In 'Cosas Raras,' Ella Es Tan Cargosa delivers a poignant and melancholic reflection on the state of their homeland. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a country stripped of its essence, where even the most fundamental elements of national identity have been eroded. The opening lines, 'poco qué decir/ sobran las palabras/ nos dejaron sin país/ sin nada,' set the tone for a song that is both a lament and a call to awareness. The imagery of a nation left with 'no crumbs' and even 'God taken to the Cayman Islands' underscores the depth of the loss and corruption perceived by the artist.

The song also touches on the personal impact of these broader societal issues. The mention of 'reducción de personal' and the cold, corporate language of 'prescindimos de usted, señor/ por costos y por restructuración' highlight the dehumanizing effects of economic and political decisions. The artist's response to this bleak reality is to 'respiro ficciones para no morir atragantado en esta depresión' and 'fabrico canciones/ como quien fabrica un ansiolítico, un calmante.' Here, music becomes a form of escapism and a therapeutic tool, a way to cope with the overwhelming sense of despair.

Despite the heavy themes, there is a glimmer of hope and solidarity in the lines 'agárrate de mí/ si no te queda espalda/ no te voy a dejar caer así.' The artist extends a hand to the listener, suggesting that together they can find solace and perhaps even joy, as seen in the desire to 'verte contra el sol/ feliz, fumando cosas raras.' This duality of despair and hope, personal and collective struggle, makes 'Cosas Raras' a deeply resonant and emotionally complex song.

The song concludes with a powerful question, '¿qué te hicieron, país, que dan ganas de llorar?' and a somber reflection on the loss of national symbols and pride. The final lines, 'valderrama ya se apagó/ el último que cierre todo,' evoke a sense of finality and resignation, yet also a call to remember and perhaps rebuild what has been lost.