Aunque a Nadie Ya Le Importe

The song "Aunque a Nadie Ya Le Importe" by Viejas Locas, an Argentine rock band known for their raw and straightforward style, delves into themes of isolation, despair, and the search for solace in a seemingly indifferent world. The lyrics express a deep sense of loneliness and the feeling that the protagonist's existence has become inconsequential to others. The opening lines pose a rhetorical question about who might be able to offer help, immediately setting a tone of abandonment.

The protagonist's familiarity with both the finer things in life, such as good wine, and the more destructive elements, like poison, suggests a life lived on the edge and an intimate knowledge of both pleasure and pain. The mention of having the devil as a friend on occasion speaks to the idea of making pacts or compromises that may not be morally sound but are necessary for survival or coping with life's challenges. This line also adds a touch of dark humor and a sense of camaraderie with the forbidden or the outcast.

The chorus, with its poignant resignation, highlights the central theme of the song: the feeling of being so insignificant that even one's own shadow becomes a burden. The decision to leave, to 'marchar,' is made with the understanding that it will likely go unnoticed. This resignation is underscored by the repetition of the line 'Aunque a nadie ya le importe,' which translates to 'Even though no one cares anymore.' The song captures the essence of existential angst and the struggle to find meaning in a world that can often seem cold and uncaring.