Otra Vez

Guillotina's song 'Otra Vez' delves into the repetitive cycles of risk-taking and regret that characterize human behavior. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who continually finds themselves in situations where they risk what they cannot afford to lose, only to end up destroying what they could have had. This cycle is depicted as a normal, almost inevitable part of life, suggesting a sense of resignation and acceptance of these recurring patterns.

The song opens with the lines 'Sería normal verte caer con los mismos defectos de ayer,' which translates to 'It would be normal to see you fall with the same flaws as yesterday.' This sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the inevitability of repeating past mistakes. The mention of a 'perfect day' when people stop mentioning these flaws suggests a longing for a time when the past no longer haunts the present.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the protagonist is aware of their actions but feels powerless to change. The lines 'Aquí vas otra vez, arriesgando lo que no puedes perder' ('Here you go again, risking what you can't lose') and 'acabando con lo que podías tener' ('ending what you could have had') emphasize this sense of helplessness. The repetition of these lines throughout the song reinforces the cyclical nature of the protagonist's struggles.

The song also touches on themes of memory and identity, as seen in the lines 'olvidando la memoria que ya no está' ('forgetting the memory that is no longer there') and 'muy poco es vivir otra vez si no podemos saber quien es quien' ('living again is very little if we can't know who is who'). These lines suggest that without a clear understanding of the past and one's identity, it is difficult to break free from these cycles. 'Otra Vez' is a poignant reflection on the human condition, capturing the frustration and resignation that come with repeated failures and the elusive hope for change.