Llena de fe

The song 'Llena de fe' by Massacre tells a poignant story of a woman born into privilege but struggling with inner turmoil and addiction. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of her life, starting with her birth in Hampstead, a wealthy area in London, and her upbringing in a convent. Her mother, described as a baroness, represents the high social status she was born into. Despite this, the woman’s life takes a dark turn as she grows older.

The song's narrative shifts to her adulthood, where she takes control of her life in October and heads to Austria. This move symbolizes a significant change or escape, but it is not enough to rid her of her inner demons. The recurring mention of 'lágrimas' (tears) and the plea to 'alejalas' (push them away) highlights her ongoing struggle with sadness and despair. The reference to 'hermana morfina' (sister morphine) suggests that she turns to drugs to cope with her pain, further emphasized by mentions of 'pastillas' (pills) and 'Mandrax,' a sedative drug.

The lyrics also touch on her life of luxury, 'vivió entre perlas' (lived among pearls) and 'jugaba con las piedras móviles' (played with moving stones), indicating her wealth and the superficial glitter of her existence. However, this opulence is juxtaposed with her addiction and the emptiness she feels. The final lines, where she recounts her birth and subsequent life events, reveal a sense of loss and a need to escape her reality, culminating in her reliance on sleeping pills to 'perder' (lose) herself.

Massacre's 'Llena de fe' is a haunting exploration of the dichotomy between external privilege and internal suffering, shedding light on the often-hidden struggles of those who appear to have it all.