También La Belleza

Liliana Felipe's song 'También La Belleza' delves into the complex interplay between beauty and decay, exploring how even the most beautiful things can have a darker side. The lyrics open with a stark observation that flowers, symbols of beauty, eventually rot and emit foul odors. This sets the tone for the song's exploration of how beauty can also contribute to the messiness of life. The line 'También la belleza encochina la casa' poignantly captures this duality, suggesting that beauty, too, can dirty the home.

The song continues with vivid imagery of everyday life, from worn-out brooms to tired quesadillas, painting a picture of the mundane and the magical coexisting. The mention of talismans around the pillow hints at a search for protection and comfort amidst life's chaos. Felipe's lyrics also touch on themes of vulnerability and intimacy, as seen in the lines 'Dame tus ojales, dame que te coso,' which evoke a sense of closeness and the desire to mend and be mended.

Felipe's plea not to be left alone reveals a deep fear of abandonment and the destructive tendencies that can arise from isolation. The invocation of dragons and the imagery of setting a fire symbolize the inner turmoil and potential for self-destruction when left to one's own devices. The song concludes with a request for cleansing and reassurance, asking for hands to be cleaned of bad omens and for the soul to be warmed. The dedication to the 'Asociación de toros matadores de toreros y novilleros' adds a layer of irony, juxtaposing the violence of bullfighting with the tender, introspective nature of the song.

'También La Belleza' is a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences, blending the beautiful with the grotesque, the mundane with the profound. It invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of life and the dual nature of beauty and despair.