Peldaño

In "Peldaño," Las Pastillas del Abuelo craft a poignant narrative about the struggle for success and the disillusionment that often accompanies it. The song's title, which translates to "Step," symbolizes the incremental progress one makes towards their goals. The opening lines, "Peldaño por peldaño voy hacia la cima / Confiado de poder llegar," reflect a determined ascent towards the peak of one's ambitions, driven by confidence and hard work. The imagery of "Sangrando tinta dejo la vida en una rima" suggests the artist's dedication, pouring their life and soul into their craft, leaving a trail of stories and experiences in their wake.

The song also critiques modern society's superficial values. The lines "Parece que hoy en día ya no tiene ningún valor / Transpirar la casaca como hace unos años atrás" lament the loss of genuine effort and passion in favor of quick, superficial success. The artist expresses frustration with a culture that prioritizes appearance and instant gratification over hard work and authenticity. This sentiment is further emphasized in the chorus, where the artist bemoans the lack of importance placed on "meter huevo y corazón"—putting in effort and heart—to achieve one's dreams.

A particularly evocative moment in the song occurs when the artist imagines a conversation between Astor Piazzolla and Enrique Santos Discépolo, two iconic figures in Argentine music. The line "Y en el cielo Piazzolla conversa con Discepolín / Y se ponen de acuerdo en que les duele el corazón" conveys a deep sense of sorrow and nostalgia for a time when art and passion were paramount. This metaphorical dialogue underscores the artist's lament for the current state of the world, where the values that once defined their heroes now seem to hang by a thread.

"Peldaño" is a powerful reflection on the pursuit of dreams, the changing values of society, and the enduring pain of seeing one's ideals compromised. It resonates with anyone who has ever felt the sting of disillusionment while striving for something greater.