Mai no sabré

Lluís Llach's song "Mai no sabré" delves into the profound and often painful questions that haunt human existence. The title, which translates to "I will never know," sets the tone for a series of contemplations about the harsh realities of life. Llach questions why he can never understand the sorrow behind a child's smile, the cost of war, and the cynicism of those who exploit love and faith for their gain. These reflections are not just personal musings but a critique of societal and global injustices.

The lyrics poignantly address the paradoxes and contradictions of human life. Llach wonders why the joy of a child's smile is often shadowed by the grief of loss, why the price of a weapon is a body laid low by hunger, and why love's farewell erases moments of tenderness. These lines highlight the interconnectedness of joy and sorrow, love and loss, and wealth and poverty. Llach's questions are rhetorical, emphasizing the absurdity and cruelty of these realities.

Llach also condemns the cynicism and hypocrisy of those in power. He criticizes those who chain the bodies of lovers, those who crucify in the name of God, and those who trade in dreams and failures under the guise of realism. The repeated question, "In the name of who, forgiveness?" underscores the moral outrage and the demand for accountability. Llach's song is a powerful call for justice and a reminder of the human cost of power and greed. It is a poignant reflection on the unanswered questions that define our existence and a critique of the systems that perpetuate suffering.