Beautiful

Gustavo Cerati's song 'Beautiful' is a poetic exploration of self-perception and the beauty found in dreams and aspirations. The lyrics suggest a collage of experiences, as Cerati mentions gathering 'fragments of other stories,' which could imply that our identities and thoughts are often influenced by external narratives. The line 'Si nada mio habla por mi boca' (If nothing of mine speaks through my mouth) hints at a struggle for authenticity, where the speaker desires to communicate genuine thoughts rather than echoes of others' ideas.

The chorus, with its repeated affirmations of being 'beautiful' and the reference to 'estrella de miel' (honey star), evokes a sense of self-acceptance and the sweetness of realizing one's own worth. Cerati's use of the word 'beautiful' in both Spanish and English may signify the universal nature of this realization, transcending language and culture. The song's dreamy and introspective mood is further enhanced by the imagery of 'drinking the laziness of dreaming' and the surreal scene where 'cats moan like sweet women.'

The song concludes with an encouragement to 'start climbing,' suggesting a journey towards higher aspirations. The paradoxical line 'Nunca tan alto, tan alto caí' (Never so high, so high I fell) could represent the risks and vulnerabilities that come with reaching for one's dreams, but also the beauty in the attempt itself. Cerati's lyrics invite listeners to embrace their dreams and the beauty within themselves, despite the challenges that may come.