After its start in 1997 with Astrud EP, three albums (Mi fracaso personal, Gran fuerza and Performance), one b-sides album (Algo cambió: Caras B y rarezas 1996–2005) and many collaborations with other artists, Astrud has been continuously evolving in its sound, whether they want to sound techno-pop, orchestral, rock or whatsoever. Daily living scenes and intelligence are always present in their lyrics.
On top of that, their attitude and image have turn them into some kind of pop icons in the spanish alternative scene.
Their last album, Tú no existes was released in April 2007.
Atención
Astrud Lyrics
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tú te das cuenta y hace ya un buen rato que hablas sin parar.
Veo mover tus labios, te miro a los ojos,
es agotador el esfuerzo de estar atento.
Apenas si respiro, por miedo a parecer distraído.
Veo mover tus ojos, te miro a los labios,
asiento con la cabeza cuando hace falta.
Y ya ves, a fuerza de pensar en no desatender,
he ido olvidando todo lo que has dicho.
Y si aún quiero tener una oportunidad,
más vale que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir.
Vas enumerando una lista en contra y otra a favor,
yo sigo intentando catalogar tanta información.
Pero me despisto y me falta paciencia.
Y sé que había una excusa, y no recuerdo cuál es.
Y a fuerza de pensar en no desatender,
he ido olvidando todo lo que has dicho.
Y si aún quiero tener una oportunidad,
más vale que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir,
que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir.
The lyrics of Astrud's song Atención depict a conversation between two people where one is speaking non-stop while the other is trying to listen attentively. Despite the effort of the listener to stay focused, it becomes exhausting to follow the conversation. The fear of appearing distracted makes the listener hold his breath, and he nods in agreement when necessary. However, he realizes that he has forgotten everything that was said as a result of trying not to lose concentration. In the end, he knows he needs to come up with something to say or risk losing the opportunity to speak his mind.
The song is relatable to anyone who has found themselves in a similar situation where they struggle to follow a conversation while trying not to appear disinterested. It highlights the importance of effective communication and listening skills. The use of the words "atención" (attention) in the title and throughout the song emphasizes the need for attention in communication.
Line by Line Meaning
Te estoy escuchando con toda la atención de la que soy capaz
I am giving you my complete attention
tú te das cuenta y hace ya un buen rato que hablas sin parar
You realize you have been talking for a while without stopping
Veo mover tus labios, te miro a los ojos, es agotador el esfuerzo de estar atento.
I am watching your lips move and looking into your eyes, it is exhausting to concentrate
Apenas si respiro, por miedo a parecer distraído
I am barely breathing because I am afraid to seem distracted
Veo mover tus ojos, te miro a los labios, asiento con la cabeza cuando hace falta
I see your eyes moving and I look at your lips, I nod my head when needed
Y ya ves, a fuerza de pensar en no desatender, he ido olvidando todo lo que has dicho
As I try not to neglect, I am forgetting everything you have said
Y si aún quiero tener una oportunidad, más vale que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir
If I still want a chance, I better think of what I need to say now
Vas enumerando una lista en contra y otra a favor, yo sigo intentando catalogar tanta información
You are listing reasons for and against, while I try to organize all the information
Pero me despisto y me falta paciencia, y sé que había una excusa y no recuerdo cuál es
But I get distracted and lose patience, and I know there was an excuse, but I can't remember what it is
Y a fuerza de pensar en no desatender, he ido olvidando todo lo que has dicho
As I try not to neglect, I am forgetting everything you have said
Y si aún quiero tener una oportunidad, más vale que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir, que se me ocurra ya lo que te tengo que decir
If I still want a chance, I better think of what I need to say now, I better think of what I need to say now
Contributed by Kaelyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.