Mil Horas

The song 'Mil Horas' by the Argentine band Virus is a poignant portrayal of unrequited love and the pain of rejection. The lyrics tell the story of someone who has been waiting for their love interest in the cold, only to be dismissed with a harsh comment upon their arrival. The repeated line about waiting under the rain for 'mil horas' (a thousand hours) like a dog emphasizes the depth of the narrator's devotion and the extent of their willingness to endure discomfort for the sake of love.

The metaphor of having a 'rocket in the pants' juxtaposed with the coldness of the other person suggests a contrast between the narrator's burning desire and the indifference of the object of their affection. The imagery of coldness and whiteness surrounding the person also conveys a sense of emotional distance and inaccessibility. The reference to the 'red star' in the circus could symbolize the allure and unattainability of the loved one, who is now out of reach and in a different world.

The song's questioning of the purpose of wars might serve as a metaphor for the internal battles one faces when dealing with love and rejection. The futility of such emotional conflicts is highlighted by the narrator's realization that their efforts are not reciprocated. 'Mil Horas' captures the universal theme of longing for someone who doesn't feel the same way, and the despair that follows when one's feelings are not returned.