Planta

Soda Stereo's song 'Planta' delves into themes of self-discovery, connection to nature, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. The lyrics are rich with metaphors that evoke a sense of organic growth and the natural world. The phrase 'Sabía savia por mi cuerpo' (I knew sap through my body) suggests a deep, intrinsic connection to nature, likening the flow of sap in a plant to the flow of life within the singer. This metaphor extends to the idea of preparing oneself for something significant, as indicated by 'Voy preparándome' (I'm preparing myself).

The song also explores the idea of feeling lost or disconnected, as seen in the lines 'No sé qué me pasa / Que ya no puedo volver' (I don't know what's happening to me / That I can't go back). This sense of disorientation is further emphasized by the imagery of wandering through branches and wounds, suggesting a journey through personal struggles and emotional pain. The mention of faith not being enough 'No fue suficiente fe' (It wasn't enough faith) hints at a deeper existential crisis, where traditional sources of comfort and stability no longer suffice.

The recurring motif of a 'vegetal voice' symbolizes a desire to be grounded and connected to the earth. The singer's need to have 'amarrados los pies' (feet tied) reflects a yearning for stability and a fear of being insignificant or unfulfilled, as expressed in 'En el aire sé que soy nada más que menos / De lo que podría ser' (In the air, I know I am nothing more than less / Than what I could be). This struggle between aspiration and reality, and the resistance to being pushed into uncertain situations, encapsulates the song's core message of seeking authenticity and rootedness in a chaotic world.