Perdiendo Altura

GIT's song 'Perdiendo Altura' delves into the emotional turbulence and existential crises that accompany life's inevitable downturns. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person grappling with the loss of control and the subsequent fall from grace. The opening lines, 'Perdiendo el sueño atrape mi vida / Algunas veces,' suggest a struggle with insomnia and the feeling of being ensnared by one's own life. This sets the tone for a narrative of entanglement and descent, as the protagonist finds themselves 'Hundiéndome de sed,' metaphorically drowning in thirst, perhaps for meaning or fulfillment.

The imagery of painting the sky black and falling, 'Pinte de negro la pared del cielo / Y estoy cayendo / Perdiendo altura,' symbolizes a loss of hope and a descent into despair. The sky, often a symbol of limitless potential and freedom, is now darkened, indicating a bleak outlook. The repeated phrase 'Perdiendo altura' underscores the theme of decline and the fear of hitting rock bottom. The protagonist's introspection is further complicated by the presence of another person, whose 'ojos de águila' (eagle eyes) and ability to 'desvistas' (undress) them in the wind adds layers of vulnerability and exposure.

The song also touches on themes of change and impermanence, as seen in the lines 'De sol a sol / Todo cambio.' The cyclical nature of day and night mirrors the ups and downs of life. The chorus, with its haunting repetition of 'Caerás (se cae el cielo) / Despertaras (se acerca el suelo),' serves as a reminder that after every fall, there is an awakening, albeit closer to the harsh realities of the ground. The protagonist's lament, 'Te di paisajes / Muy juntos / Te di mis pasos y mis llaves / Mi casa se incendio,' speaks to the sacrifices made and the ultimate destruction of what was once held dear. The closing lines, 'Que estoy buscando / Que espero....... / Si nada es pero.......,' leave the listener pondering the futility of their search and the elusive nature of their desires.