L´amour

Enrique Bunbury's song 'L'amour' delves into the intricate and often painful experiences of love and life. The lyrics begin with a poignant image of a hungry child abandoned by his mother, who has left for a man from the 'bajo mar' (underworld). This sets a tone of neglect and abandonment, highlighting the harsh realities some face from a young age. The child's cries for his mother, who is off in Ibiza with a German, underscore a sense of betrayal and loss, painting a vivid picture of a broken family dynamic.

As the song progresses, the child grows into a man who has survived the 'gravity' of his circumstances. Bunbury uses the metaphor of gravity and the irony of physics to illustrate the weight of life's challenges and the struggle for sincerity in a world that often feels insincere. The lyrics suggest that love can be distracting and confusing, questioning its true nature with a mix of cynicism and frustration. The repeated exclamation '¡Ay que coño es el amor!' (What the hell is love!) captures this sentiment perfectly, reflecting a deep disillusionment with romantic ideals.

In the final verses, the man has grown older and now harbors a disdain for poets like Bunbury himself, who 'move the strings of lives' with their words. This self-referential critique adds another layer to the song, as Bunbury acknowledges the power and perhaps the pretentiousness of his own craft. The song ends with a series of rhetorical questions about dreamers, schoolgirls, and the flaws of humanity, leaving the listener to ponder the complexities of love, life, and the human condition. 'L'amour' is a rich, introspective piece that challenges conventional notions of love and highlights the often harsh realities of life.