El Cielo Nos Queda Muy Chico
Iván Sadovsky
A Passionate Ode to Estudiantes de La Plata: Iván Sadovsky's 'El Cielo Nos Queda Muy Chico'
Iván Sadovsky's 'El Cielo Nos Queda Muy Chico' is a vibrant tribute to the Argentine football club Estudiantes de La Plata, encapsulating the fervor and pride of its supporters. The song's title, which translates to 'The Sky is Too Small for Us,' metaphorically expresses the boundless passion and grand ambitions of the club's fans and players alike. Sadovsky uses the song to narrate the club's history, its iconic moments, and the emotional connection shared by its supporters.
The lyrics are rich with references to notable players and significant events in the club's history, such as the mention of 'Boby Charlton' and the victory in the 1968 Intercontinental Cup. Sadovsky celebrates the club's ethos of resilience and fighting spirit, often referred to as 'la garra,' which is deeply ingrained in the team's identity. The repeated chorus, 'Asi somos los pincharratas,' which means 'This is how we are, the rat-stabbers,' a nickname for the club's fans, emphasizes a collective identity and a unique way of experiencing football, colored in the team's red and white hues.
The song also touches on themes of local pride and the communal experience of football, highlighting how every match in La Plata leaves rival teams 'with blood in their eye,' a metaphor for the fierce competition and the emotional highs and lows associated with the sport. Sadovsky's lyrics serve not just as a celebration of Estudiantes de La Plata's past glories but also as a rallying cry for future triumphs, asserting that for fans and players alike, the pursuit of victory is eternal and the sky's the limit.