Antes De Que Nos Olviden
Caifanes Lyrics

The song Antes De Que Nos Olviden by Caifanes is a call to action to make a mark in the world and leave a lasting legacy before being forgotten. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and a desire to make an impact on the world, to not back down and to be unapologetically true to oneself. The opening lines "Antes de que nos olviden, haremos historia" capture this sentiment perfectly. The theme of not being limited by the physical world and transcending into something greater is also apparent with lines such as "Nos evaporaremos en magueyes, y subiremos hasta el cielo y bajaremos con la lluvia". This imagery conveys the idea that while we may be forgotten, our spirits endure and continue to exist beyond our mortal lives.

The song also touches upon themes of rebellion and breaking free from societal constraints. The lines "No andaremos de rodillas, El alma no tiene la culpa" emphasizes the importance of standing up for oneself and not letting external factors dictate one's life. The sentiment is further reinforced with the line "romperemos jaulas y gritaremos la fuga"; urging listeners to break free from any self-imposed constraints that may be holding them back.

The final verse "Aunque tu me olvides, te pondré en un altar de veladoras, y en cada una pondré tu nombre, y cuidaré de tu alma" is a poignant reminder that even if one is forgotten, their memory can live on and be honored. The act of putting someone on a pedestal and remembering them is a way of keeping their memory alive and ensuring that their legacy endures.