Cartas a Mariel

Los de Siempre's song 'Cartas a Mariel' is a poignant exploration of longing, loss, and the passage of time. The lyrics, written in a deeply personal and reflective tone, convey the narrator's emotional turmoil as they write letters to Mariel on simple cigarette paper. The imagery of weeks passing and the distance from Mariel's touch sets a melancholic mood, further emphasized by the mention of wine bringing back memories of the past.

The song delves into the narrator's feelings of inadequacy and regret. They cry in a corner, feeling weak and unable to achieve what they desired as a man. The table and tablecloth, where they once drew Hilmar's face, symbolize a place of reflection and sorrow. The dense smoke and fleeting life escaping through their eyes highlight the transient nature of existence and the emptiness they feel in their heart.

The narrative takes a philosophical turn with the introduction of Hilmar, who recites at Fanny's table. Hilmar's words about death being lonely and life being like the narrator, who loves a woman and wishes to hold onto fleeting moments, add a layer of existential contemplation. The song concludes with the narrator's sadness upon waking up alone, far from the warmth of Mariel's touch, and the empty pillow beside them, symbolizing their profound sense of loss and solitude.