Sala de espera

Rosendo's song 'Sala de espera' delves into the profound and often painful experience of waiting, capturing the essence of anxiety and solitude that accompanies it. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a waiting room, a metaphor for a transitional phase in life that is fraught with uncertainty and existential dread. The 'calma que oculta la ansiedad' (calm that hides anxiety) and 'soledad' (solitude) suggest a facade of tranquility that masks deeper, more troubling emotions. This duality is further emphasized by the 'silencio mortal' (mortal silence) that penetrates 'bajo la piel' (under the skin), indicating an internal struggle that is both silent and deadly.

The 'sala de espera' (waiting room) is described as the 'fase primera de la recta final' (first phase of the final stretch), implying that this period of waiting is just the beginning of an inevitable end. The imagery of 'carne de cera' (wax flesh) and 'carne de fiera' (beast flesh) tied to the 'fecha de su caducidad' (expiration date) evokes a sense of decay and impermanence, highlighting the transient nature of life and the inevitability of death. This stark portrayal serves as a reminder of our mortality and the futility of resisting the passage of time.

Rosendo also touches on themes of identity and existential despair. The 'nombre y datos de identidad en un papel' (name and identity data on a paper) symbolize the reduction of a person's essence to mere bureaucratic details, stripping away individuality and humanity. The 'proyecto sin futuro' (project without a future) and the necessity 'tener que desear' (having to desire) reflect a sense of hopelessness and the burdensome nature of unfulfilled aspirations. Through these poignant lyrics, Rosendo captures the universal human experience of waiting, with all its accompanying fears, uncertainties, and existential reflections.