Una Mona Pa' El Olvido

Hazel's song 'Una Mona Pa' El Olvido' delves into the life of a lonely woman who uses inhalants to escape her harsh reality. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of her isolation and the emotional pain she endures. She roams the world alone, accompanied only by her dog and a can of inhalant, which she refers to as 'inhalando amor' (inhaling love). This metaphor suggests that the inhalant provides her with a temporary escape from her suffering, creating a false sense of love and comfort.

The song's imagery is poignant, describing her as someone who 'cabalga en el aire' (rides in the air) and 'viaja en las nubes' (travels in the clouds), indicating her frequent dissociation from reality. The repeated mention of 'alucinando' (hallucinating) underscores her reliance on these substances to create a dreamlike state where she can forget her pain. The 'jardines oxidados' (rusty gardens) and 'paraísos formados por el activo' (paradises formed by the inhalant) further illustrate the contrast between her grim reality and the illusory world she escapes to.

The song also touches on societal neglect and misunderstanding. When asked why she uses drugs, she responds that she is not using them to get high but to 'inhalando amor' (inhale love). This response highlights her desperate need for affection and the lengths she goes to find solace. The repetition of 'que están llenos de dolor' (that are full of pain) at the end of the song emphasizes the pervasive and inescapable nature of her suffering, despite her attempts to numb it.

'Una Mona Pa' El Olvido' is a powerful commentary on addiction, loneliness, and the human need for connection. It sheds light on the struggles of those who turn to substances as a means of coping with emotional pain and the societal factors that contribute to their plight.