Canción Del Elegido

Soledad Bravo's 'Canción Del Elegido' is a profound and poetic narrative that transcends the ordinary to explore the extraordinary. The song begins by setting the stage for a unique story, one that diverges from the typical tales of old men, children, or self-reflection. Instead, it introduces a being from another world, an 'animal de galaxia,' whose existence is intertwined with the vastness of the Milky Way. This being's story is not just buried in the past but is also deeply connected to the cosmos, suggesting a timeless and universal significance.

The lyrics describe the birth of this being during a storm on a night sun, a poetic and surreal image that sets the tone for the rest of the journey. This being travels from planet to planet, searching for potable water, life, or perhaps even death. The ambiguity of the search highlights the existential quest for meaning and connection. The being's quest for something 'adorable, or at least lovable, kissable, kind' underscores a deep yearning for warmth and human connection, contrasting with the cold, lifeless jewels of King Solomon's mines, which are discovered to be in the sky rather than on Earth.

As the story progresses, the being learns harsh truths about war and peace. The realization that 'war is the peace of the future' and that 'the most terrible things are learned quickly, while the beautiful takes a lifetime' speaks to the harsh realities of human existence and the struggle to find beauty and meaning amidst chaos. The final image of the being, naked and content, fighting with a 'cannon of the future,' symbolizes a hopeful yet poignant vision of battling against the evils of the world with the promise of a better future. This cosmic journey, filled with metaphors and existential reflections, invites listeners to ponder the deeper meanings of life, war, and the eternal quest for connection and beauty.