El Baile
Árbol Lyrics

In Arbol's song "El Baile," the lyrics paint a bleak picture of a world where everything is falling apart. The opening line, "angeles huecos" (hollow angels), sets the tone for the rest of the song by suggesting that even angels are not immune to the emptiness that pervades the world. The birds that don't stop "singing" are compared to the new birds in town, representing those who are still young and innocent but will soon be affected by the chaos around them. The reference to "angeles muertos" (dead angels) who cry for what once was highlights the sense of loss that permeates the song.

As the song progresses, the imagery becomes even more vivid and disturbing. The alcohol-drenched angels with wings that cannot fly are a metaphor for people who have lost their way and are unable to escape their problems. The "cielo que llora" (weeping sky) and "casa robada" (stolen house) are symbols of a society in which everything is in disarray. The "pibes sin padres" (kids without parents) and "madres sin hijos" (mothers without children) are perhaps the most poignant lines, conveying the devastating effects of violence and neglect on families. The trees with blind birds and tired eyes that can no longer bear to look represent a world that is exhausted by its own misery.

Yet, despite all this darkness, the song ends on a relatively positive note. The idea that "en el baile de la vida solo nos queda bailar" (in the dance of life, all we can do is dance) suggests that even in the midst of chaos and sorrow, there is still room for joy and celebration. The invitation to "dejar la puerta abierta y un vinito para brindar" (leave the door open and a glass of wine to toast) implies that there is always room for kindness and hospitality, even in the most dire circumstances.