Catalan theme
André Wall Lyrics


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Catalan Siesta, how beautiful the sun
Turning red as blood. The game's begun
How beautiful the cheer, screams
From everywhere. Yet someone, is all alone

No they say no, you won't make it this time
No time to say goodbye you're on your own this time
No time to say goodbye. It's a Catalan lullaby

Catalan Fiesta, how divine the sight
Celebrating death in unfair fights
What will their mothers say, see children laugh away
Sunday slaughter as fun

No time to say goodbye, you're on your own this time
No time to say goodbye, their all standing on line
No time to say goodbye, You won't make it this time
No time to say goodbye, it's a Spanish lullaby

(Ahhh Ahhhh)

No they say no, you'll never make it this time
No time to say goodbye. There's others waiting this time
No time to say goodbye. Its a Catalan lullaby
It's a Catalan lullaby





Little One Creations 2009 (C) and (P)

Overall Meaning

The song "Catalan Theme" by André Wall is a powerful political commentary on the situation in Catalonia, a region of Spain which has been fighting for independence. The song uses an ironic tone to expose the cruelty of the situation and the indifference of the people who profit from it. The opening lines, "Catalan Siesta, how beautiful the sun turning red as blood. The game's begun" refer to the peaceful protests that often take place during the day, which quickly turn violent as the police come in to disperse the crowds.


The chorus, "No time to say goodbye, you're on your own this time. No time to say goodbye, it's a Catalan lullaby" repeats over and over, conveying the sense of abandonment felt by the Catalan people. The line "Celebrating death in unfair fights, what will their mothers say, see children laugh away Sunday slaughter as fun" is a devastating commentary on the violent clashes between the police and the protestors, which have resulted in injuries and deaths.


The song is a powerful call to action, urging the rest of the world to pay attention to the situation in Catalonia and support their struggle for independence. Overall, "Catalan Theme" is a poignant, powerful and insightful piece of music that sheds light on a significant issue of our time.


Line by Line Meaning

Catalan Siesta, how beautiful the sun
The peaceful afternoon of Catalonia is enhanced by the beauty of the sun.


Turning red as blood. The game's begun
The sun looks red like blood, signifying that the game has started.


How beautiful the cheer, screams
The noise coming from the people cheering and screaming is pleasant to hear.


From everywhere. Yet someone, is all alone
Amidst the noise, someone is left alone and lonely.


No they say no, you won't make it this time
People discourage and doubt your success this time.


No time to say goodbye you're on your own this time
You don't have time to say goodbye to anyone. You are on your own this time.


No time to say goodbye. It's a Catalan lullaby
Since there's no room for goodbyes, it's like a lullaby that puts you to sleep.


Catalan Fiesta, how divine the sight
The festival in Catalonia is a beautiful, divine sight.


Celebrating death in unfair fights
The celebrating of death in a battle that is not fairly fought.


What will their mothers say, see children laugh away
The children's laughter makes mothers wonder what they will say about the events happening.


Sunday slaughter as fun
The Sunday's bloodshed is being cherished and taken lightly like a fun event.


No time to say goodbye, you're on your own this time
There is no time to bid anyone farewell this time. You are on your own.


No time to say goodbye, their all standing on line
No goodbyes are being said while everybody is in a line and readying themselves for something.


No time to say goodbye, You won't make it this time
There is not enough time to say goodbye and the others don't think you will succeed.


No time to say goodbye, it's a Spanish lullaby
There is no time to bid farewell and it's like a lullaby that soothes before sleep.


(Ahhh Ahhhh)
Intonation sound.


No they say no, you'll never make it this time
People are reinforcing that you will never be successful this time around.


No time to say goodbye. There's others waiting this time
Since there are other people waiting, there isn't time to say goodbye.


No time to say goodbye. Its a Catalan lullaby
There's no time to say farewell, hence a lullaby will put you to bed.


It's a Catalan lullaby
The song seeks to project an atmosphere that's similar to a lullaby in Catalonia.




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