Tres Puertas

The song 'Tres Puertas' by Extrechinato Y Tú is a poetic reflection on the cycles of life and nature, and the acceptance of change. The lyrics open with the image of a single door out of three being open, which can symbolize an opportunity or a path chosen among several possibilities. The door leads to a view of a mountain, a symbol often associated with challenges, stability, and timelessness.

As the song progresses, it describes the arrival of autumn and the death it brings to leaves and animals, but it also emphasizes the natural and joyful aspect of this process. The 'funerales alegres, naturales' suggest a celebration of life's processes rather than a mourning of death. The transformation that follows death is seen as a positive force, giving back to the earth and fostering new growth and hope. The speaker of the song identifies with this cycle, expressing joy in the face of natural forces like rain and wind, and finding warmth and courage within themselves. The repetition of the open door at the end of the song reinforces the idea of embracing the changes and cycles of life.

Extrechinato Y Tú, a collaboration between the poet Manolo Chinato and members of the Spanish rock bands Platero y Tú and Extremoduro, often explores themes of existentialism and introspection, set to a backdrop of rock music. 'Tres Puertas' is a testament to their style, blending poetic imagery with a contemplative message about life and the acceptance of its inevitable transformations.