Sonámbulos

José Madero's song 'Sonámbulos' delves into the existential struggles and disillusionments of modern life. The title, which translates to 'Sleepwalkers,' sets the tone for a narrative about people who are metaphorically asleep, moving through life without true awareness or purpose. The lyrics open with a call to close one's eyes and deny everything, suggesting a sense of escapism or avoidance. This is further emphasized by the line 'El tener fe no ayudará de ningún modo,' which translates to 'Having faith won't help in any way,' indicating a loss of belief in traditional sources of comfort or guidance.

The song's chorus, 'Sonará silencio,' or 'Silence will sound,' is a powerful metaphor for the unheard cries and unexpressed emotions that plague the sleepwalkers. The imagery of 'sonambulando sin sueño' (sleepwalking without sleep) and 'durmiendo despierto' (sleeping awake) paints a picture of people who are physically present but mentally and emotionally absent. This duality is a poignant commentary on the disconnection and numbness that can pervade one's life, leading to a state where even loud cries for help are met with silence.

Madero also touches on the futility of seeking answers from higher powers, as seen in the lines 'Cientos de plegarias ignoradas' (Hundreds of ignored prayers) and 'Sospechas que allá arriba nada hay' (Suspicions that there's nothing up there). This skepticism is compounded by the realization of 'fallas en el diseño' (flaws in the design), suggesting that the very fabric of existence is flawed. The song concludes with a somber reflection on internal decay, 'Morimos por dentro' (We die inside), encapsulating the profound sense of despair and hopelessness that defines the sleepwalkers' experience.