Soledad

Las Carlotas' song 'Soledad' poignantly captures the deep sense of loneliness experienced by an elderly woman. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of her daily life, filled with anticipation and disappointment. She sits in the same spot every day, hoping for someone to join her and share stories. Despite her efforts, such as baking a cake for her saint's day, no one comes to visit her, leaving her heartbroken and questioning why she must endure such solitude.

The song delves into her reflections on the past, where she reminisces about her family and the sacrifices she made for them. She looks at old photographs with care, shedding tears over the memories. Her loneliness is further emphasized as she sews a crib sheet for a grandchild she no longer sees. The repeated refrain, 'No puede ser, Señor no puede ser, que odio y rabia le da, que la mayor enemiga de la vida se llame soledad,' underscores her frustration and sorrow, as she grapples with the harsh reality that loneliness has become her greatest enemy.

In the final verses, the song reveals that she lives in an old asylum, crying in a corner, still holding onto the hope that her grandchildren might visit her one day. She excuses her son's absence, clinging to the possibility that he might come tomorrow and bring her a moment of happiness. The song's emotional depth is a powerful commentary on the often-overlooked plight of the elderly, who, despite having dedicated their lives to their families, find themselves abandoned and alone in their twilight years.