Privilegio

Metadona's song 'Privilegio' delves deep into the themes of loss, memory, and the haunting nature of absence. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the disappearance of a significant other, whose presence once defined their identity. The opening lines, 'ya he perdido el nombre que me llamaba,' suggest a profound loss of self, as the protagonist no longer recognizes the name they were once called by. This loss of identity is further emphasized by the imagery of the person's face rolling through their mind like the sound of water in the night, a continuous and haunting reminder of what once was.

The repetition of 'es sin fin tu no volver' (it's endless, your not returning) underscores the perpetual nature of this absence. The protagonist is trapped in a cycle of longing and remembrance, unable to escape the shadow of the departed. The phrase 'sombra tu hasta el fin' (shadow you until the end) reinforces this idea, suggesting that the memory of the lost one will linger indefinitely, casting a shadow over the protagonist's life.

The song also touches on the bittersweet nature of memory. The line 'y es su sonrisa la última sobreviviente en mi memoria' (and it is their smile the last survivor in my memory) highlights how certain memories, particularly those of joy and beauty, endure even in the face of overwhelming loss. This smile, described as 'el mas hermoso de la noche' (the most beautiful of the night), serves as a beacon of light in the darkness of the protagonist's grief. 'Privilegio' is a poignant exploration of how loss can shape and define us, leaving an indelible mark on our identities and memories.