Algunas Plantas

Love of Lesbian's song 'Algunas Plantas' delves into the chaotic and surreal experiences of a night filled with substance use, particularly marijuana. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who has lost control, symbolized by the 'fumata blanca' or white smoke, a reference to the announcement of a new Pope, but here it signifies the heavy use of marijuana. The song's tone is both playful and cautionary, highlighting the protagonist's desire to transform his space into a 'coffee-shop,' a nod to Amsterdam's famous cannabis cafes, but also pointing out the irony that the substance is now controlling him.

The song's chorus, 'Tú, líder de los beats, bailas con dos bongos,' portrays the protagonist as a wannabe bohemian or hippie, dancing to the rhythm of his own beat but lacking depth and substance. The repeated line 'No tienes fondo' (You have no depth) underscores this emptiness. The imagery of dancing with bongos and the reference to 'El Congo' adds a layer of cultural critique, suggesting that the protagonist's lifestyle is a shallow imitation of a deeper, more authentic way of life.

As the night progresses, the protagonist's condition worsens, described as 'disecado frente a un altavoz' (dried out in front of a speaker) and 'ceniza y rastas' (ashes and dreadlocks). The song takes a darker turn with the line '¡Qué noche más negra!' (What a dark night!), indicating the physical and emotional toll of the night. The final plea, 'No me hagas elegir entre tú y las plantas,' (Don't make me choose between you and the plants) encapsulates the struggle between maintaining relationships and succumbing to substance use. The song ends on a somewhat ironic note, with the protagonist believing his lifestyle was a 'hit' and 'triunfó en El Congo,' but the triumph is hollow, much like his experiences.