2001 (feat. TAICHU)

Ill Quentin's '2001 (feat. TAICHU)' is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the harsh realities of life. The song opens with a sense of timelessness and a deep emotional connection, as the protagonist is in love and desires authenticity in his relationship. However, this love is intertwined with pain, symbolized by 'pains like chain' and 'icy winter,' suggesting a cold and binding experience that is difficult to escape.

The lyrics delve into personal suffering and the feeling of being trapped, likened to drowning in one's sorrows or serving a prison sentence. The protagonist reflects on the agony of separation from a loved one, missing the warmth and comfort of their presence. This emotional turmoil is further emphasized by the struggle to avoid thinking about the past love, which is described as both a sin and an art form, indicating the complexity and depth of the emotions involved.

The song also touches on themes of betrayal and abandonment, with references to a time when the protagonist's mother struggled to eat and a friend betrayed him by moving in on his partner. The repeated phrase 'muerte en el agua' (death in the water) serves as a powerful metaphor for the overwhelming sense of despair and hopelessness that permeates the song. The imagery of cobalt and agony, along with the cold nights in Buenos Aires, paints a vivid picture of the protagonist's emotional state.

Ill Quentin's use of streetwear brands like Fila versus high-end fashion like Versace highlights a contrast between authenticity and superficiality, further underscoring the raw and genuine nature of his experiences. The song's closing lines question the value of self-love in the face of such profound pain, leaving listeners with a haunting sense of unresolved emotion.