2 + 2 = Tres

La Renga's song '2 + 2 = Tres' presents a playful and metaphorical take on the world by imagining a reality where basic math does not apply. The lyrics suggest a whimsical scenario where two plus two equals three, and the consequences of such a fundamental change in logic. The song uses this absurd premise to reflect on the arbitrary and often nonsensical aspects of life, society, and personal experiences.

The first verse introduces the idea that if two plus two equaled three, the world would not be as it is, implying that the predictability and order we rely on would be upended. This could be a metaphor for questioning the status quo and the established systems that govern our lives. The mention of 'el cuatro sería rengo' (the four would be lame) could symbolize imperfection or a lack of completeness in the world as we know it.

The song continues to explore the implications of this altered reality, touching on themes of stress, economic inflation, and even the blues. The lyrics play with the idea that if math were different, perhaps life's stresses would be lessened, economic issues would be in our favor, and even music might have a different rhythm. The final verses delve into more personal and surreal imagery, suggesting that in such a world, the unfortunate would be fortunate ('los cornudos serían unicornio' - the cuckolds would become unicorns), and the singer would be closer to release from a metaphorical or literal 'manicomio' (asylum). The song uses humor and absurdity to comment on the desire for a different reality where life's challenges might be softened or transformed.