Taquicardia

In 'Taquicardia,' Fito Páez delves into the intense emotions and inner turmoil that come with unexpressed feelings and unfulfilled potential. The song's title, which translates to 'Tachycardia,' immediately sets the tone for a narrative filled with urgency and a racing heart. Páez uses the metaphor of tachycardia to describe the overwhelming sensation of holding back powerful emotions, suggesting that his heart is on the verge of exploding if he doesn't release these pent-up feelings.

The lyrics reveal a deep sense of frustration and a longing for action. Páez confesses that he has spent his life observing how others shape the world instead of taking charge and making his own mark. This admission is a poignant reflection on missed opportunities and the paralysis that can come from overthinking. The repetition of the lines 'Me pasé la vida viendo / Viendo cómo hacen el mundo / En vez de hacerlo yo' underscores this regret and the desire to break free from passivity.

The song also touches on the theme of love, with Páez expressing his affection but simultaneously warning that he is a ticking time bomb. The imagery of 'guardando una dinamita / En mi corazón' vividly conveys the danger and intensity of his emotions. This duality of love and explosive potential creates a compelling tension throughout the song, making 'Taquicardia' a powerful exploration of the human condition and the struggle to balance emotion and action.