El señor Juan Sebastián

The song "El seor Juan Sebastin" by Mara Elena Walsh is a tribute to the renowned composer Johann Sebastian Bach. The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is not just a mere mortal but someone filled with the essence of the heavens, suggesting that his music transcends the ordinary and touches the divine. The reference to angels, birds, and the sea in the opening lines sets a tone of natural beauty and purity, which is then ascribed to the character of Juan Sebastin, symbolizing Bach.

The song goes on to describe Bach's early life, mentioning his birth 'crying in German' and his musical upbringing by his father. The repetition of the music 'forever' by Juan Sebastin alludes to the timeless quality of Bach's compositions. The description of him as 'chubby and with a wig' and sometimes 'grumpy' humanizes the composer, making him relatable while emphasizing his importance and ubiquity, 'indispensable like bread.'

The final verses of the song evoke the spiritual and universal appeal of Bach's music. The 'dreaming in organ and clavichord' and taking 'princes and paupers' to his 'angelic country' suggests that his music has the power to transport listeners of all walks of life to a higher plane. The idea that 'God dictated the script' to Bach implies that his music is not just art but also a form of divine communication that will never end, thus immortalizing Bach's legacy.