Bendecida

Enrique Bunbury's song 'Bendecida' delves into the complex interplay between memory, love, and existential reflection. The lyrics open with a reference to the importance of first impressions, a lesson often taught by mothers. This sets the stage for a journey through the singer's psyche, where he grapples with the weight of memories and the questions they sew into his consciousness. The imagery of a 'common grave' suggests a shared human experience of grappling with these existential questions.

The song's tone shifts as Bunbury describes the 'bitter taste of the night in abandonment,' hinting at a period of emotional or spiritual desolation. However, he also speaks of a day when he will begin his return, suggesting a journey towards healing or enlightenment. The lyrics 'in the waters of certainty, we made the promise of the waters of Pokhara' evoke a sense of sacred commitment, possibly alluding to a spiritual or romantic vow. The mention of 'the perfume that emanates from sex' merging into a 'new scream' suggests a transformative, almost primal experience of love and connection.

Bunbury's distrust of 'very thin lips' and his flight from them like a fugitive adds a layer of personal vulnerability and mistrust. Yet, he finds solace in a partner who 'tames the waves' and 'purifies the air,' indicating a healing relationship. The repeated refrain about the 'waters of certainty' and the 'promise of the waters of Pokhara' underscores the theme of finding clarity and commitment amidst chaos. The song concludes with a reflection on the transient nature of life and the inevitability of death, encapsulated in the lines 'when you abandon your dream, you will know you have died.' This existential musing is tempered by a sense of acceptance, as Bunbury identifies himself as a 'tamed lion,' suggesting a reconciliation with his inner turmoil.