Ron de Motril

La Plazuela's song 'Ron de Motril' delves into the complex emotions of feeling out of place and the yearning for freedom. The opening line, 'No se mezcla bien el ron de Motril conmigo,' sets the tone for the entire song, suggesting a sense of disconnection and discomfort. The 'ron de Motril' (rum from Motril) can be seen as a metaphor for something that should bring joy or comfort but instead causes unease. This feeling of not fitting in is further emphasized by the imagery of everyone being on the 'mismo tren antiguo' (same old train), symbolizing a monotonous and unchanging life.

The song then transitions to a more hopeful note with the line 'En el monte primo puedo ver caber toda la libertad,' where the artist envisions a place of ultimate freedom. This mountain represents an escape from societal constraints and a return to nature, where one can 'dormir sin ruido que escuchar' (sleep without noise to hear) and 'dejar al Sol caer, morirme junto al mar' (let the Sun set, die by the sea). These lines evoke a sense of peace and liberation, contrasting sharply with the earlier feelings of entrapment.

However, the struggle is far from over. The artist expresses fear and pain, 'Temo caminar, Me he roto los dos pies subiendo,' indicating the difficulties faced in the journey towards freedom. The presence of 'cuervos en el jardín' (crows in the garden) and 'balas disparan para atrás' (bullets shooting backward) symbolize the internal and external conflicts that hinder progress. The song concludes with a poignant realization that returning to the old ways would be akin to self-destruction, 'Volver sería parecer quererme intoxicar, Cegarme en mi vejez' (Returning would seem like wanting to intoxicate myself, blind myself in my old age). This powerful ending underscores the importance of moving forward and finding one's true identity, even if the path is fraught with challenges.