Eskimal

The song "Eskimal" by No Te Va Gustar delves into themes of emotional isolation and the disconnection prevalent in modern society. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world where natural elements like the sun and rain interact with the environment without question, contrasting sharply with the human experience of pain and confusion. The repeated mention of an 'Eskimal' serves as a metaphor for someone who is emotionally cold and detached, much like the icy, remote existence of an Eskimo in the Arctic.

The song's imagery of 'shadows of cardboard' and 'water bottled in plastic' highlights the artificial and superficial aspects of contemporary life. These lines suggest a world where genuine emotions and natural interactions are replaced by synthetic and shallow substitutes. The reference to 'risa de metal' (metallic laughter) further emphasizes the mechanical and unfeeling nature of modern existence, where even joy seems artificial and devoid of warmth.

The chorus, repeating 'Eskimal, es un eskimal,' underscores the pervasive nature of this emotional coldness. The song laments the loss of authentic human connection and the risk of extinction of genuine emotions. The final lines, 'Y vas ciego de tu sed' (And you go blind from your thirst), suggest a desperate search for meaning and connection in a world that feels increasingly barren and unfeeling. The imagery of 'puertas, ojos congelados sin color' (doors, eyes frozen without color) encapsulates the sense of being trapped in a lifeless, colorless existence, yearning for warmth and vitality.