Pesadilla

La Oreja de Van Gogh's song 'Pesadilla' delves into the haunting experience of nightmares and the struggle to escape their grip. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of fear and illusion, urging the listener to run away from the terror that nightmares bring. The opening lines, 'Corre, déjalo atrás / No busques la razón,' set the tone for the song, emphasizing the urgency to leave behind the fear without seeking explanations. This reflects the irrational nature of nightmares, where fear overrides logic and reason.

The recurring theme of illusion is central to the song, as seen in lines like 'No dejes que te atrape a ti / Huye de esta ilusión.' The nightmare is portrayed as a malevolent force, a 'manto negro' that drags the victim relentlessly. This metaphorical language highlights the consuming and inescapable nature of nightmares, making them feel almost real despite being mere illusions. The song encourages awakening and forgetting, as expressed in 'Despiértate, olvídalo / Aquello nunca sucedió,' suggesting that the power of nightmares lies in their ability to deceive and manipulate the mind.

The song also touches on the physical and emotional toll of nightmares, describing the 'frío ese sudor' that runs through the body and the deceptive nature of the nightmare that tries to 'engañar.' The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and entrapment, yet also a glimmer of hope in the possibility of waking up and realizing that 'Todo fue una ilusión.' The final plea, 'Dime tú / Reina del mal / Cuando voy yo a despertar,' encapsulates the desperation to break free from the nightmare's hold and return to reality.