After its start in 1997 with Astrud EP, three albums (Mi fracaso personal, Gran fuerza and Performance), one b-sides album (Algo cambió: Caras B y rarezas 1996–2005) and many collaborations with other artists, Astrud has been continuously evolving in its sound, whether they want to sound techno-pop, orchestral, rock or whatsoever. Daily living scenes and intelligence are always present in their lyrics.
On top of that, their attitude and image have turn them into some kind of pop icons in the spanish alternative scene.
Their last album, Tú no existes was released in April 2007.
Todo Nos Parece Una Mierda
Astrud Lyrics
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todo nos parece una mierda,
todo nos parece una mierda menos lo vuestro.
Con la frente contra el escaparate pensando si romperlo,
mirando a los de dentro, perdiendo el tiempo,
nos acordamos de lo vuestro.
Al levantarnos de la siesta nos llamamos por teléfono
y hablamos, bostezando, y sea cual sea el tema siempre acabamos con lo vuestro.
Si la gente no se acuerda de vosotros da lo mismo.
Si la gente no se acuerda de vosotros yo me acuerdo.
Todo nos parece una mierda,
todo nos parece una mierda,
todo nos parece una mierda menos lo vuestro.
Decidiendo si cogemos el Nit Bus,
y luego esperando el Nit Bus, y no viene el Nit Bus,
y luego andando cantamos algo de lo vuestro.
Redactando una entrada del diario,
redactando un manifiesto o firmando un mensaje, o discutiendo, siempre citamos algo vuestro.
Si no sacais disco vamos a romper el tocadiscos.
Vamos a romper el tocadiscos si no sacais disco.
Todo nos parece una mierda,
todo nos parece una mierda,
todo nos parece una mierda menos lo vuestro.
El Dáºo Está¡tico, el Dáºo Está¡tico...
The lyrics to Astrud's song Todo Nos Parece Una Mierda are an expression of the band's deep admiration and respect for a particular group or artist whose music they hold dear. The repeated line "todo nos parece una mierda menos lo vuestro" (everything seems like shit except for yours) emphasizes the feeling of disillusionment with everything in life except the music that moves them. The verse "con la frente contra el escaparate pensando si romperlo, mirando a los de dentro, perdiendo el tiempo, nos acordamos de lo vuestro" (with our forehead against the shop window thinking of breaking it, looking at those inside, wasting time, we remember yours) depicts a feeling of frustration and isolation that is often felt by those who are passionate about music that is not mainstream. The mention of the Nit Bus and a diary entry or a manifesto highlights the mundane aspects of life that are often accompanied by their favorite music as a source of comfort and joy.
The lyrics convey a sense of longing and devotion to the music and the artist, which is reflective of how music can provide an escape from the daily struggles of life. The band's insistence that they always end up talking about the music they love, even if they start off on a different topic, further enhances this sentiment. The final repetition of "el Duo Estático" (the Static Duo) is a nod to a particular group or artist, whose music has clearly had a profound impact on the band and is the reason for the song's existence. Overall, Todo Nos Parece Una Mierda embodies the power of music in providing a sense of belonging and hope in an otherwise bleak world.
Line by Line Meaning
Todo nos parece una mierda
Everything seems terrible to us, we are dissatisfied with life.
todo nos parece una mierda menos lo vuestro.
Except for what you produce (your music, art, etc.), which we admire and find valuable.
Con la frente contra el escaparate pensando si romperlo, mirando a los de dentro, perdiendo el tiempo, nos acordamos de lo vuestro.
While standing in front of a store, contemplating breaking the window and looking in at the people inside, wasting their time, we remember what you produce and appreciate it.
Al levantarnos de la siesta nos llamamos por teléfono y hablamos, bostezando, y sea cual sea el tema siempre acabamos con lo vuestro.
When we wake up from a nap, we call each other and talk, yawning, and no matter what the topic is, we always end up talking about what you produce.
Si la gente no se acuerda de vosotros da lo mismo.
If people forget about you, it doesn't matter to us. We still remember and appreciate what you do.
Si no sacais disco vamos a romper el tocadiscos.
If you don't release a new album, we will become frustrated and feel like breaking our record player.
El Dúo Estático, el Dúo Estático...
We are specifically referring to and appreciating the work of this particular artist or group (Duo Estático).
Contributed by Alaina G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.