Tiemblan los corazones

Platero Y Tu's song "Tiemblan los corazones" is a powerful critique of deception, hypocrisy, and the false pretenses that often govern human interactions and societal structures. The title itself, which translates to "The Hearts Tremble," sets the tone for a song that delves into the emotional turmoil caused by insincerity and manipulation. The lyrics express a deep sense of frustration and disillusionment with those who pretend to be sincere but are, in reality, deceitful and destructive. The repeated line, "A mí no me engañas" ("You don't fool me"), underscores the narrator's awareness and rejection of these falsehoods.

The song also touches on broader social and political themes. The reference to "sanguijuelas baratas" ("cheap leeches") and the critique of a "canallesco" ("scoundrel-like") profession suggest a disdain for those who exploit others for personal gain. This exploitation is likened to a parasitic relationship, where the truth becomes a choking hazard for the deceivers. The lyrics further highlight the cyclical nature of conflict, with lines like "Salimos de una guerra a entrar en batalla" ("We leave one war to enter another"), emphasizing the perpetual state of struggle and the futility of seeking peace in a world rife with deceit.

The song's imagery becomes even more potent with the mention of the Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and hope, ironically depicted as lighting the fuse of a missile. This stark contrast underscores the hypocrisy and contradictions inherent in global politics, where symbols of liberty can become instruments of destruction. The final lines, "Trucaron los relojes y la hora sigue igual" ("They rigged the clocks and the time remains the same"), suggest a sense of stagnation and the illusion of progress, reinforcing the song's theme of disillusionment and the need for genuine change.