Claroscuro
Alejandro Balbis Lyrics


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El cantor en el tablado, se presenta ante la gente
Nacen de ese claroscuro sus cantares insolentes
Uno y otro maquillaje y la persona que hay detrás
A veces los mismos mares, la misma felicidad
Este falso contraste, no tiene mucha ciencia
Al cantar transforma en arte su impaciencia

El cantor sube al tablado, va a enfrentar a sus demonios
Por amor al carnaval o por zafar del matrimonio
O tal vez para curarse de la nostalgia invernal
Sin querer se vuelve parte del paisaje originial




Así es la suerte, del que canta y del que escucha
Diferente realidad, la misma lucha

Overall Meaning

In Alejandro Balbis's song Claroscuro, the singer describes the contrast between the performer and their true self. Onstage, the singer appears with flamboyant makeup and a bold attitude, but behind the façade, there is a person with insecurities and vulnerabilities. The performance is a form of escapism, a way to transform their impatience into art. The singer's songs are bold and insulting, emerging from the contrast between light and darkness.


As the singer steps onto the stage, they confront their demons, whether it be for the love of carnival or to escape from a boring marriage. Performing is also a way to heal from the winter sadness. However, the singer unwittingly becomes a part of the landscape they are trying to escape. The song reflects the duality of the performer's life, one where they must confront their insecurities and embrace their boldness, all while trying to maintain a sense of authenticity in the performance.


Claroscuro is a poignant and emotional song that describes the complex relationship between a performer and their audience. The contrasting elements of light and darkness are woven throughout the lyrics, creating a nuanced portrait of a performer's life.


Line by Line Meaning

El cantor en el tablado, se presenta ante la gente
The singer on stage presents himself to the people


Nacen de ese claroscuro sus cantares insolentes
His insolent songs come from that chiaroscuro


Uno y otro maquillaje y la persona que hay detrás
One and the other makeup and the person behind it


A veces los mismos mares, la misma felicidad
Sometimes the same seas, the same happiness


Este falso contraste, no tiene mucha ciencia
This false contrast doesn't require much science


Al cantar transforma en arte su impaciencia
By singing, he turns his impatience into art


El cantor sube al tablado, va a enfrentar a sus demonios
The singer goes on stage to face his demons


Por amor al carnaval o por zafar del matrimonio
For love of carnival or to avoid marriage


O tal vez para curarse de la nostalgia invernal
Or maybe to cure his winter nostalgia


Sin querer se vuelve parte del paisaje original
Unknowingly, he becomes a part of the original scenery


Así es la suerte, del que canta y del que escucha
Such is the luck of the singer and the listener


Diferente realidad, la misma lucha
Different reality, same struggle




Writer(s): Alejandro Balbis

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@melinasejas258

El cantor en el tablado, se presenta ante la gente
Nacen de ese claroscuro sus cantares insolentes
Uno y otro maquillaje y la persona que hay detrás
A veces los mismos males, la misma felicidad
Este falso contraste, no tiene mucha ciencia
Al cantar transforma en arte su impaciencia

El cantor sube al tablado, va a enfrentar a sus demonios
Por amor al carnaval o por zafar del matrimonio
O tal vez para curarse de la nostalgia invernal
Sin querer se vuelve parte del paisaje original
Así es la suerte, del que canta y del que escucha
Diferente realidad, la misma lucha

@Checro

Es "Padece los mismos males"

@apiastrellini

Terrible tema!! Alguien por casualidad sabe los acordes en 🎸?? Gracias!

@losdoschiflados6200

Genial❤

@losdoschiflados6200

Esas 2 personas que no les gustó el vide no saben de musica

@Checro

Tiene razón lo q dice

@cireneburruchaga7407

Buenardoo

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