Cruz Diablo

La Trampa's song 'Cruz Diablo' delves into the profound themes of loss, resilience, and the passage of time. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man reflecting on his life, his relationships, and the inevitable decline that comes with age. The opening lines, 'Miró sus manos más tarde que temprano / Y el precipicio donde su amor deshizo,' suggest a moment of introspection where the protagonist contemplates the erosion of his love and the passage of time. The imagery of 'la piel curtida y un sol que ya no abriga' evokes a sense of weariness and the loss of warmth and comfort that once was.

The recurring phrase '¿ves?, ¿ves? la carne afloja alguna vez / ¿ves?, cruz diablo siga yo después' serves as a poignant reminder of the inevitability of physical and emotional decline. The protagonist's journey through memories, as he looks at old photos and dreams of his childhood, family, and past, underscores the theme of nostalgia and the longing for a time when life was simpler and more fulfilling. The line 'todo nos falta alguna vez' encapsulates the universal experience of loss and the gaps it leaves in our lives.

The song also touches on the slow, almost imperceptible nature of decline with the lines 'Yo te vi perdiendo lento, lento, siempre lento / Como las sombras del atardecer que se van lento.' This metaphor of the setting sun beautifully captures the gradual fading of vitality and hope. Despite this, the protagonist continues with his daily routine, symbolized by 'Un nuevo día la calma le ofrecía, / El mate amargo, un pucho y la partida,' suggesting a sense of resilience and acceptance. The song's closing lines, '¿ves?, pero éstas cosas no se ven / ¿ves?, cruz diablo siga yo después,' leave the listener with a contemplative reflection on the unseen struggles and the quiet strength required to endure them.