Alquimista

The song 'Alquimista' by Jaguares delves into the profound and often tumultuous process of transformation. The lyrics open with a reflection on how the skin changes, symbolizing the inevitable and sometimes painful evolution of one's identity and existence. This transformation is not just physical but also mental and emotional, as it 'destroys the structure, the memory,' indicating a complete overhaul of the self. The reference to becoming 'a beast uncontrollable' suggests a raw, primal force that emerges during this metamorphosis, free from victimhood and past constraints.

The song continues to explore the shedding of superficial desires and illusions, likening this process to the removal of blindness and the illumination of life with 'ultraviolet lights.' These lights serve as a metaphor for a deeper, more penetrating understanding of reality. The repeated line 'porque dentro de un frasco he vivido' (because I have lived inside a jar) evokes a sense of confinement and limitation, hinting at a past life lived in ignorance or restriction, now being transcended through this alchemical transformation.

In the latter part of the song, the lyrics touch on the scientific and almost mystical aspects of this change, referring to 'cellular science' and discovering a 'sensory alchemist.' This alchemist is capable of separating potential matter, achieving an indivisible survival. The song concludes with a poignant reflection on the calming of the skin, which now bears the marks of generational dramas and personal losses. The 'lament of my evaporated blood' speaks to the sacrifices and pains endured along the journey of transformation, ultimately leading to a more profound understanding of self and existence.