Lenguas Muertas
Orion
The Tug of War Between Longing and Letting Go
The song "Lenguas Muertas" by Orion delves into the complex emotions of a person caught between the desire to be with someone and the need to move on. The lyrics express a deep sense of conflict and yearning, as the protagonist grapples with feelings of love and the pain of a relationship that seems to be falling apart. The repeated line 'Quiero estar sin ti, quiero besarte' (I want to be without you, I want to kiss you) captures this duality, highlighting the internal struggle between wanting to stay and wanting to leave.
The metaphor of 'understanding Latin' serves as a symbol for the difficulty in comprehending the other person's actions and emotions. Just as Latin is a 'dead language' not commonly spoken or understood, the communication between the two individuals feels lost or inaccessible. The artist's mention of 'tacones rojos' (red heels) and 'disfraz' (disguise) suggests an element of performance or facade in the relationship, adding to the sense of disconnect.
The song's narrative is one of personal growth and the painful process of letting go. Despite the love and warmth ('tu calor') the protagonist feels, there is a realization that the relationship is damaging ('si vas a destrozarme'). The closing lines, 'siento no entender latín' (I'm sorry I don't understand Latin), reflect a resignation to the fact that some things, like the intricacies of another's heart, may remain forever incomprehensible.
