Los Estimados

Tati Falco's 'Los Estimados' is a haunting exploration of guilt, regret, and the shadows of the past. The repeated refrain '¡Uh, los he matado! ¡Los he matado!' (Oh, I have killed them! I have killed them!) sets a somber tone, suggesting a deep sense of remorse. This phrase can be interpreted metaphorically, indicating the emotional or psychological 'killing' of relationships, dreams, or parts of oneself. The song delves into the complexities of human emotions and the consequences of past actions.

The lyrics paint vivid imagery of life and growth juxtaposed with decay and loss. Lines like 'Vi como reviven jardines / Como crece la gente a la par de una flor' (I saw how gardens revive / How people grow alongside a flower) contrast with 'Como deshojan sueños en el camino' (How they pluck dreams along the way). This duality reflects the natural cycle of life, where beauty and destruction coexist. The mention of 'la niñez en un tango triste' (childhood in a sad tango) and 'como quiebran los hombres ante el torpe miedo' (how men break before clumsy fear) adds layers of melancholy and vulnerability, highlighting the fragility of human existence.

Falco's poignant lines 'Mi corazón quedó mudo / Cuando en la noche tuvo que hablar del pasado' (My heart went mute / When at night it had to speak of the past) and 'Pido perdón estimado / Parte de mi pasado / Los he matado' (I ask for forgiveness, dear / Part of my past / I have killed them) underscore the theme of seeking redemption. The song suggests that confronting one's past and acknowledging mistakes is a painful but necessary step towards healing. The recurring imagery of a house with a lantern or the sun driving away ghosts symbolizes the struggle to find light and peace amidst the darkness of regret.