Camello

In 'Camello,' Los Caligaris delve into the depths of unrequited love and the emotional turmoil it brings. The song's protagonist is haunted by the image of their beloved, seeing their face everywhere—from the mirror in the morning to the sun outside. This constant reminder of the person they can't have drives them to the brink of obsession, as they try to cope with their feelings through various means, including foreign flings and self-help books, but nothing seems to work.

The lyrics poignantly describe the protagonist's struggle to move on. They even go to the extent of avoiding places where they might see their beloved, yet the mere thought of them causes a visceral reaction, making their heart race and their mind lose control. The repeated line, 'If my life is without you, I'd rather be alone,' underscores the depth of their despair. The metaphor of a camel in the polar regions, an animal completely out of its natural habitat and suffering, vividly illustrates the protagonist's sense of displacement and willingness to endure pain rather than live without their love.

The song also touches on the lengths to which the protagonist is willing to go to escape their heartache, including therapy and even considering a flight to get away from it all. Despite these efforts, the protagonist remains trapped in their emotional turmoil, unable to find solace. The recurring theme of needing to 'finish this song to save my heart' suggests that expressing their feelings through music is their only hope for healing. 'Camello' is a raw and relatable exploration of the agony of unrequited love, capturing the essence of longing and the struggle to move on.