La Fatiga

Enrique Bunbury's song 'La Fatiga' delves into the existential weariness and the absurdity of life. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who is grappling with inner turmoil and a sense of futility. The opening lines, 'No me quejo, me caigo / Rebotando en hueco,' suggest a state of falling into emptiness, highlighting a feeling of despair and lack of purpose. Bunbury's use of the phrase 'Soy la causa y no el efecto' indicates a self-awareness of being the root cause of his own suffering, rather than a victim of external circumstances.

The chorus, 'De los labios a los oídos / Hoy he transmitido / Lo absurdo y contradictorio / De la fatiga al delirio,' emphasizes the transmission of absurdity and contradiction from the singer to the listener. This reflects the existential philosophy of life's inherent meaninglessness, where the distinction between feeling alive or dead becomes irrelevant. The repetition of 'Carece de sentido' reinforces the idea that searching for meaning in life is a futile endeavor.

Bunbury also touches on the human tendency to seek control over fate, as seen in the lines 'Buscamos las cosquillas / a la suerte que puede cambiar / Sin piedad, sin piedad.' This suggests a relentless pursuit of luck or fortune, despite its unpredictable nature. The mention of an 'infallible method to win' in the cosmos or beyond hints at the elusive search for certainty in an uncertain world. Through 'La Fatiga,' Bunbury captures the essence of existential fatigue and the absurdity of human existence, inviting listeners to reflect on their own lives and the meaning they ascribe to it.