Cosas Viejas

La 25's song 'Cosas Viejas' delves into themes of nostalgia, reflection, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the singer reminiscing about the past while listening to old songs. This act of listening to 'cosas viejas' (old things) serves as a trigger for memories, bringing back moments that were significant and pure. The singer is trying to hold onto these memories, defending their purity and truth, even as time moves forward and death looms slowly but persistently in the background.

The song also touches on the inevitability of endings and the struggle to move forward. The line 'y tratare de no mirar para atras' (and I will try not to look back) highlights the internal conflict between cherishing the past and the necessity of progressing. The mention of 'quemando huesos' (burning bones) and 'callando esas mil palabras' (silencing those thousand words) suggests a process of letting go and coming to terms with unspoken emotions and unresolved issues. The suburbs, a recurring motif in the song, symbolize a place of origin and continuity, a backdrop against which the singer's life and memories unfold.

The presence of a significant other, referred to as 'tu grandesa de buena dama' (your greatness as a good lady), adds a layer of personal connection and loss. This person was a constant, a 'luxury guest' in the singer's life, whose absence is deeply felt. The long tables mentioned in the lyrics could symbolize gatherings and shared moments that now feel empty and distant. The song captures the essence of trying to navigate the present while being haunted by the past, a common human experience that resonates deeply with listeners.