El estudiante

Los Auténticos Decadentes' song "El estudiante" is a playful yet heartfelt homage to the quintessential student. The lyrics paint a picture of an exemplary student who embodies all the virtues of academic life. This student is courteous, well-mannered, and places a high value on education. The song emphasizes his dedication to studying, his impeccable behavior, and his refusal to engage in dishonest practices like copying or allowing others to copy from him. This character is portrayed as a universal example for all students to follow.

The chorus of the song is a rallying cry for students to take pride in their academic endeavors. It celebrates the ideal student and encourages others to emulate his passion and dedication. The lyrics also highlight the admiration and respect this student garners from his peers and teachers. He is not just a good student; he is the best in subjects like history and Latin, attends classes even during strikes, and entertains the school principal. His friends idolize him to the point of wanting to preserve him as a monument to the ideal student.

Towards the end of the song, there is a nostalgic shift as it addresses students who have completed their studies. The empty classrooms and the farewells from teachers and the principal evoke a sense of melancholy and the end of an era. However, the song circles back to its central theme, urging students to continue their pursuit of knowledge with pride and passion. "El estudiante" is both a celebration of academic excellence and a call to action for students to strive for greatness in their educational journeys.