EX CLAVOS

In 'EX CLAVOS,' Universe delves into the complexities of love, desire, and emotional emptiness. The song opens with a plea to move beyond lamentations and embrace the physical connection between two people. The lyrics suggest that love has left them as 'deserted beings,' highlighting a sense of emotional barrenness that they attempt to fill through physical intimacy. This duality of being alone yet content together sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their relationship.

The metaphor of entering a 'temple' to pray signifies a sacred, almost spiritual connection that the narrator seeks with their partner. This is juxtaposed with raw, physical desires, as seen in lines like 'muéstrame el culo y también sentimientos' (show me your ass and also feelings). The song acknowledges the brokenness both individuals feel, yet it offers a glimmer of hope through mutual understanding and shared experiences. The idea of discussing love after physical intimacy, going for coffee, and watching sunsets together paints a picture of a relationship that seeks to transcend mere physicality.

The recurring theme of being 'slaves to love and its pleasures' underscores the song's central message. The narrator admits to being captivated by their partner, unable to see other women, and feeling a sense of enslavement to the pleasures and pains of love. This notion of enslavement is not entirely negative; it suggests a deep, consuming passion that both individuals share. The song closes with a reiteration of their mutual preference for each other, emphasizing that despite their emotional voids, they find solace and fulfillment in their shared moments of intimacy and connection.