Amnesia

Indio Solari's song 'Amnesia' delves into the complex themes of memory loss, escapism, and the search for meaning amidst the mundane. The lyrics paint a picture of someone whose amnesia is metaphorically described as being under a downpour, suggesting a state of confusion or being overwhelmed. The reference to a 'pichicho' (a colloquial term for a small dog in some Spanish-speaking countries) as a 'cruel prophet' could symbolize the unpredictable nature of memory and how it can betray or mislead us. The act of pouring their 'juice' and leaving could be a metaphor for fleeting experiences or relationships that leave no lasting impact on the person's memory.

The song's protagonist seems to engage in self-destructive behavior, such as visiting a 'culeódromo' (a slang term that could be interpreted as a place for sexual encounters) and smoking the 'purete mejor' (possibly the best-quality drug), as a way to cope with the emptiness of not remembering. This behavior could be seen as an attempt to fill the void left by the absence of memories or to escape the pain associated with them. The repeated line 'Ningún recuerdo... nada... nada' (No memory... nothing... nothing) emphasizes the void that amnesia has created in the protagonist's life.

The imagery of scales fleeing from the skin and tears biting the heart suggests a transformation or a painful emotional experience. The final lines, 'Van a ver quién se come a quién esta vez / La piba ésa, él y un atún' (They will see who eats whom this time / That girl, him, and a tuna), could imply a struggle for survival or dominance in a relationship, with the 'tuna' possibly representing a third party or an obstacle. The song's cryptic and poetic nature invites multiple interpretations, but it consistently conveys a sense of loss, yearning, and the human condition's complexity.