El Perico Y Yo

The song 'El Perico Y Yo' by Los Dinners tells a poignant story of love, loss, and the lingering memories that haunt the spaces left behind. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man returning to his home, only to find it empty and devoid of the woman he loves. The home, once filled with life and love, is now just a shell of its former self, meticulously cleaned and abandoned. The man reflects on the past, recalling the times when his partner would get ready, with her new dress and cotton sweater, to share moments of affection with him.

The narrative takes a turn when the man, feeling the sting of his partner's absence, hears a voice that he believes to be hers. However, it's revealed to be the parrot ('perico' in Spanish) that she left behind, mimicking her voice. In a fit of anger and heartbreak, he lashes out at the bird, symbolically trying to silence the memories and the pain of her departure. The song concludes with a somber realization that both the man and the parrot are left in sadness, sharing the bond of being left behind.

'El Perico Y Yo' is a metaphorical exploration of coping with abandonment and the struggle to move on from a past relationship. The parrot serves as a reminder of the woman's presence and the echo of her voice, which now only serves to torment the man. The song captures the essence of heartache and the difficulty of facing the emptiness after a loved one has moved on, leaving behind only echoes and memories.