Cançó de nadal per a ningú

Lluís Llach's song "Cançó de nadal per a ningú" ("Christmas Song for No One") is a poignant reflection on the themes of indifference, social inequality, and the hope for a better world. The song opens with the acknowledgment that somewhere far away, there are people who will not celebrate with champagne, and others who will think about those who are hungry. This sets the tone for a contemplative piece that questions the disparity between those who have and those who have not, especially during a time traditionally associated with joy and generosity.

Llach uses the metaphor of a distant place to highlight the emotional and physical distance between different social classes. He points out that only a rare and strange kind of person would hesitate to help someone who is not their kin. This line underscores the pervasive indifference that exists in society, where people often turn a blind eye to the suffering of others. The song criticizes those who loudly proclaim their desire for a new world but fail to act on their words, especially on a night like Christmas Eve, which is supposed to be about unity and compassion.

The song also touches on the hypocrisy of those who attend church services, like the "Missa del gall" (Midnight Mass), without truly embodying the spirit of the occasion. Llach suggests that outside the church, there are blind men whose paths are obscured by the fog of societal neglect. Yet, he holds onto a glimmer of hope, imagining a future where people will light the way for others, burning through the fog of indifference. The song concludes with a sense of resignation but also a call to action, urging listeners to be the change they wish to see, even if no one else is listening.