Baldosas Amarillas

Vetusta Morla's song 'Baldosas Amarillas' is a poetic exploration of life's uncertainties and the human desire for guidance and stability. The title, which translates to 'Yellow Bricks,' evokes the iconic yellow brick road from 'The Wizard of Oz,' symbolizing a path to a better place or a journey toward self-discovery. The lyrics are rich with metaphors and imagery, painting a picture of a world where desires are stifled, and individuals are constantly watched and judged by unseen forces.

The song opens with the idea of 'las mirillas del deseo' (the peepholes of desire) being sealed shut, suggesting that the characters' aspirations and dreams are being suppressed by fear and external pressures. The 'mil ladrones por nacer' (a thousand thieves yet to be born) represent the potential threats and challenges that lie ahead, always lurking and ready to steal one's progress. This sense of surveillance and judgment is further emphasized by the imagery of vultures watching from their lookout.

The recurring metaphor of the 'funambulista' (tightrope walker) symbolizes the precariousness of navigating life's challenges. The tightrope walker reads the steps of the next mortal in braille, indicating a journey taken with caution and a reliance on intuition rather than clear vision. The mention of Buñuel, a reference to the surrealist filmmaker Luis Buñuel, adds a layer of complexity, suggesting that reality is often fragmented and deceptive, much like Buñuel's films.

The chorus speaks to the need for 'baldosas amarillas' (yellow bricks) to guide the tightrope walker, highlighting the human desire for a clear path and direction. The song's closing lines liken the singer to a film projectionist, casting light that deceives as it passes, reinforcing the theme of illusion and the difficulty of discerning truth in a world filled with uncertainties. 'Baldosas Amarillas' is a profound reflection on the human condition, the search for meaning, and the struggle to find one's way in a complex and often misleading world.