They reached stardom in 1969 after various shows including Mar del Plata, Festival de la cancion in Peru, and Festival Pinap. This is also the year their most influential LP came out, titled 'Almendra', with songs that would stay forever in the history of Argentinean rock, including 'Muchacha (Ojos de Papel)','Color Humano' and 'Plegaria para un Niño Dormido, a beautiful lullaby. The band split in 1970, in three new bands: Aquelarre, Pescado Rabioso and Color Humano.
They had a short reunion in 1979, and then briefly reformed the band in 1980 to create a new album named El Valle Interior. They played their final concert as Almendra in 1981. Spinetta played with the entire band in 2009, along with all his other bands in a big concert that lasted 5 hours. Spinetta died in February 8th of 2012.
Almendra is also the name of a Venezuelan rock/fusion (latin/smooth Jazz) band that released a self titled album in 1978 and sequentially broke up.
Espejada
Almendra Lyrics
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Ah, vida
que noble tu verdad
ah, vida
que dulce tu canción.
Espero que tu espejada llegue al mar.
Ah, caos, del que beber la magia
ah, tea del mar en esta bahía,
magia.
The lyrics of Almendra's song "Espejada" are enigmatic yet full of meaning. The first verse starts with the words "No creas que tu poesía se olvidó," which translates to "Don't think that your poetry was forgotten." This line conveys the message that the poet's work will always be remembered and appreciated, even though they might have left this world. The following lines depict the beauty and nobility of life, which is reflected in the poet's work, and the sweet melody of their song. The chorus then takes a mystical turn as the singer expresses their hope that the poet's reflections (espejada) will reach the sea. This can be interpreted as a metaphor for the poet's thoughts and emotions flowing into the vastness of the world, becoming a part of the collective human experience.
The second verse introduces the themes of chaos, magic, and the ocean. The chaotic nature of the universe is seen as the source of all magic, represented by the "tea del mar" or the essence of the sea, which is found in the bay where the poet's reflections will merge with the vastness of the sea. The repetition of the words "ah, caos" and "ah, tea del mar" creates a dreamy, musical quality to the verse, underscoring the mystery and wonder of the natural world.
Overall, the song "Espejada" is a celebration of poetry, life, and the interconnectedness of all things. The lyrics are open to interpretation, allowing listeners to find personal meaning in them. Almendra's poetic language and musicality make the song a timeless piece of art that continues to captivate listeners across generations.
Line by Line Meaning
No creas que tu poesía se olvidó
Don't believe your poetry is forgotten.
Ah, vida que noble tu verdad
Oh, life, your truth is noble.
Ah, vida que dulce tu canción
Oh, life, your song is sweet.
Espero que tu espejada llegue al mar
I hope that your reflection reaches the sea.
Ah, caos, del que beber la magia
Oh, chaos, from which to drink the magic.
Ah, tea del mar en esta bahía
Oh, waves of the sea in this bay.
Bahía, magia
Bay, magic.
Contributed by Gianna L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.