El Parto

In 'El Parto,' Melendi uses the metaphor of childbirth to describe the creative process of generating ideas. The song opens with the line 'Ha roto aguas mi genio,' which translates to 'My genius has broken water,' immediately setting the stage for a birth metaphor. The artist is in the 'salita de espera' or waiting room, anxious and nervous, much like an expectant parent. This vivid imagery captures the tension and anticipation that often accompany the birth of a new idea.

Melendi introduces characters like María and Juana, who serve as the midwife and surgeon, respectively. These names are playful references to marijuana ('María') and hashish ('Juana'), suggesting that the artist uses these substances to aid his creative process. The line 'Mi epidural es el humo, de la risa de un cigarro' translates to 'My epidural is the smoke, from the laughter of a cigarette,' further emphasizing this point. The use of these substances is portrayed as a form of anesthesia, helping to ease the 'pain' of the creative process.

The chorus, 'Y aprieta fuerte que ya asoma la cabeza. Es una idea redonda casi perfecta,' translates to 'And push hard, the head is already showing. It's a round idea, almost perfect.' This line encapsulates the moment of breakthrough, where the idea is finally coming to fruition. The repeated mention of 'Sin Noticias de Holanda,' a reference to Melendi's earlier album, suggests that this creative process has been ongoing for a long time, with María and Juana assisting in every 'birth.' The song concludes with a sense of accomplishment and relief, celebrating the successful delivery of a new, healthy idea.

'El Parto' is a clever and humorous take on the often arduous journey of creativity, using the metaphor of childbirth to illustrate the highs and lows of bringing a new idea into the world.