Spaghetti Del Rock

Fabiana Cantilo's 'Spaghetti Del Rock' is a poignant exploration of the complexities and contradictions of modern love and identity. The song opens with vivid imagery, describing 'pistones de un curioso motor de humanidad' (pistons of a curious motor of humanity) and 'resortes viejos de este amor que va' (old springs of this love that goes). These metaphors suggest a mechanical, almost industrial view of human emotions and relationships, hinting at the wear and tear that time and routine can inflict on love.

The lyrics also delve into the theme of nostalgia and the passage of time. The line 'memoria hostil de un tiempo de paz sin paz' (hostile memory of a time of peace without peace) reflects a longing for a past that was never as perfect as it seemed. This is further emphasized by the recurring motif of 'besos por celular' (kisses by cellphone), which underscores the superficial and disconnected nature of contemporary relationships. The 'momias de este amor' (mummies of this love) metaphorically represent the remnants of past affections, now lifeless and preserved only in memory.

Cantilo also critiques the artificiality and ambition of modern life with lines like 'pantalla de la muerte y de la canción' (screen of death and song) and 'cíclope de cristal devora ambición' (crystal cyclops devours ambition). These images evoke a sense of disillusionment with the media and societal expectations. The repeated refrain 'remontar el barrilete en esta tempestad' (fly the kite in this storm) serves as a metaphor for navigating the chaos and unpredictability of life. Ultimately, the song's message is one of self-awareness and acceptance, as Cantilo asserts, 'que hoy es hoy y que no soy actor de lo que fui' (that today is today and I am not an actor of what I was), emphasizing the importance of living in the present and being true to oneself.