El Velo

Estados Alterados' song "El Velo" delves into the themes of isolation, emotional numbness, and the longing for connection. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who has become detached from the world around them, symbolized by the metaphor of a 'veil' that they have woven around themselves. This veil represents the barriers they have created, either consciously or unconsciously, to shield themselves from the pain and monotony of their existence. The repeated phrase 'jamás pensé' (I never thought) underscores the surprise and disbelief at the depth of this emotional isolation.

The song's narrator expresses a desire for the isolated person to break free from their self-imposed prison. Lines like 'Se te ocurre algo, quisiera que sí' (If you think of something, I wish you would) and 'Trata de sentir más allá de ti' (Try to feel beyond yourself) highlight the hope that the person will find a way to reconnect with the world and others. The imagery of being 'tendida en el suelo' (lying on the ground) waiting for someone to find them, yet not actively seeking help, further emphasizes the passive state of despair and the need for an external force to initiate change.

The song also touches on the monotony and emptiness of daily life, with 'Tus mañanas son iguales, te cansaste de mirar' (Your mornings are the same, you got tired of looking) and 'Panoramas vacíos' (empty landscapes). These lines suggest a life devoid of meaning and excitement, contributing to the person's withdrawal and the creation of their isolating veil. The repeated mention of the veil 'asfixiando' (suffocating) them serves as a powerful metaphor for how their emotional barriers are not just protecting them but also stifling their ability to live fully.