Cae la cortina
Ases Falsos Lyrics

Ases Falsos's song "Cae la cortina" is a powerful representation of the need to hide certain aspects of ourselves from the world because of how they may be perceived. The lyrics express a desire for a safe space to let go of inhibitions and act on raw instinct. The opening stanza suggests that the singer needs a place to loosen the leash on his "animal instinct" and indulge in behaviors that may be considered unconventional or taboo. The phrase "hago cosas que no te imaginas" (I do things you couldn't imagine) is a reference to the hidden parts of our personalities, the ones that we only reveal when the "curtain falls" or when we feel safe enough to be vulnerable.

The chorus of the song, "cuando cae la cortina, queda claro cómo vives, tu locura y tu manía, cuáticas como las mías," (when the curtain falls, it becomes clear how you live, your madness and your quirks, freaky just like mine) highlights the idea that our quirks, eccentricities, and even our perceived madness are what make us human. The singer seems to be imploring us to be more accepting of those aspects of ourselves and each other. He acknowledges that we are all equally strange and unique, and that by being honest about who we are, we can find commonalities and build stronger connections.

One interesting thing about the song is that it was inspired by the work of Chilean artist Alejandro Jodorowsky. The title is a reference to his 1968 film "Fando y Lis," in which the two central characters search for the mythical City of Tar, where they believe they will find true happiness. In the film, Jodorowsky depicts a world where societal norms and expectations are turned on their head, and the characters are free to express themselves in ways that would be unacceptable in the outside world. The idea of needing a safe space to let go and be ourselves is a central theme throughout much of Jodorowsky's work.

Another interesting fact about the song is that the band recorded it in a single take during a live performance. The version that appears on their album "Juventud Americana" was recorded at the Teatro La Cúpula in Santiago, Chile, in front of a live audience. The band has stated that they wanted to capture the energy and spontaneity of a live performance, rather than spend weeks in the studio crafting a perfect take.