30 de Febrero

The song "30 de Febrero" by Pablo Abraira is a poignant narrative that delves into the themes of unrequited love and the longing for something that will never come to pass. The title itself, "30 de Febrero," which translates to "30th of February," immediately sets a tone of impossibility, as February never has 30 days. This date represents a time that will never exist, much like the hope of the protagonist for a love that will never be reciprocated.

The lyrics personify arsenic as the protagonist's 'dear friend,' which is a metaphor for the toxic nature of his unfulfilled love and possibly a contemplation of suicide. The mention of 'arsenic' suggests that the protagonist is considering ending his life due to the pain of his unrequited love. The repeated plea to 'run, run please' could be interpreted as a desperate call for the release from his emotional torment. The reference to 'the east of Eden' alludes to the biblical Eden, a paradise lost, further emphasizing the theme of a lost ideal or unattainable love.

Throughout the song, the protagonist speaks to arsenic as if it were a companion on his journey towards the end, waiting for the lover who will never come. The mention of the 'greenhouse flower' that refuses to believe what he says could symbolize the object of his affection, who is unaware or unwilling to accept his love. The protagonist's declaration that he still loves her and that she will always be with him, with arsenic as the only witness, underscores the depth of his despair and the finality of his decision.