Cuentos

Los Daniels' song 'Cuentos' delves into the psychological struggle of being trapped by one's own fears and the false narratives they create. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who has built walls around themselves, unknowingly imprisoning their mind. The 'voices' mentioned in the song symbolize the internal dialogue and fears that have taken control, creating a reality that is both confining and deceptive. The imagery of walls and a door handle suggests that the person has the power to escape but is hesitant or unaware of how to do so.

The chorus, 'No te atrapen los cuentos que inventaron tus miedos,' serves as a powerful reminder not to let the stories fabricated by fear dictate one's life. The song warns against falling into 'caminos falsos' or false paths, which are essentially the misleading directions that fear can lead us down. The reference to 'mitomaniaco' (a pathological liar) indicates that the person has become so entangled in these false narratives that they have lost touch with reality. The call to 'despierta' (wake up) is a plea for self-awareness and liberation from these mental traps.

'Cuentos' also touches on the theme of perception versus reality. The line 'pues la vida es lo que vez' suggests that life is what you make of it, and it's crucial to see things as they are rather than through the distorted lens of fear. The song encourages listeners to wake up before the 'cuento' (story) ends, implying that there is still time to change one's path and break free from these self-imposed limitations. Los Daniels use a blend of rock and introspective lyrics to convey a message of empowerment and self-realization, urging listeners to confront and overcome their fears.