Hormonas

The song 'Hormonas' by me llamo (Sebastián) delves deeply into the personal and emotional journey of someone grappling with their gender identity. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a young person who feels a disconnect between their physical body and their true self. This is evident from the very beginning, where the protagonist admires the feminine attributes of his aunt and sister, wishing to embody them himself. The act of trying on his sister's jumper and the subsequent realization in front of the mirror symbolizes a moment of self-discovery and the beginning of a long, challenging journey towards self-acceptance and freedom.

As the song progresses, it highlights the societal pressures and prejudices faced by the protagonist. The purchase of a wig and the attraction to 'big and hairy' men, reminiscent of the local store owner, are expressions of his true desires and identity. However, these expressions are met with resistance and labeled as unnatural or a disease by others. The protagonist's realization that the cure for his condition is 'Libertad' (freedom) underscores the central theme of the song: the quest for personal freedom and the right to live authentically without societal constraints.

The chorus, which repeatedly expresses the desire for a body that aligns with the mind, encapsulates the core struggle of the protagonist. The plea for peace in his neurons and the wish for new hormones to align his physical self with his mental identity reflect the deep emotional and psychological turmoil experienced by many in the transgender community. The song poignantly captures the pain of living in a body that feels foreign and the yearning for a harmonious existence where one's external appearance matches their internal sense of self.