Ventana
Correa & Pala Lyrics
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se hace la luz en las ventanas, han abierto al bar,
yo apago las bombillas y veo la tierra girar,
el escenario, los actores.
Las santurronas se acarician luego de rezar
y las esposas se despeinan para enamorar.
Mi palco es mi universo, y el barrio la verdad
Y pasa la gente, tan indiferente
jurando que el mundo no es mas
que un mal que no deja dormir
o un ruido en el patio de atrás.
Solteras, rabiosas,
deshechas, preciosas,
sin nadie a quien puedan besar,
amor es su meta, ventana indiscreta.
¡qué bueno que puedo mirar!
Mientras los gatos improvisan tríos de free jazz
y se disparan las alarmas de la soledad
detrás de la persiana, almas vienen y van;
la vida es un plano secuencia.
Veo al que sueña con el dólar que le salvará ,
veo al que brilla sus medallas, y al que lucha el pan;
todos a su rutina y yo a mi catedral
tras bambalinas.
Y pasa la gente, tan indiferente
jurando que el mundo no es mas
que un mal que no deja dormir
o un ruido en el patio de atrás.
Solteras, rabiosas,
deshechas, preciosas,
sin nadie a quien puedan besar,
amor es su meta, ventana indiscreta.
¡que bueno que puedo mirar!
Y pasa la gente santa y delincuente
huyendo de la realidad,
cargando su guerra, su dios,
su fuerza, su fragilidad.
Heridos, valientes,
devotos, rebeldes,
su causa perdida es amar.
Si afuera es la guerra, adentro no hay tregua.
¡que bueno que puedo mirar!
The lyrics to "Ventana indiscreta" by Correa & Pala evoke a vivid urban landscape that serves as a backdrop for the complexities of human emotions and interactions. The opening lines paint a picture of a city coming alive at night as the lights of bars illuminate the streets. The singer engages in a contemplative act of turning off the lights, suggesting a desire to retreat from the chaos of the night while also observing the world around them. This duality of action—both withdrawing from and being a part of the scene—creates a tension that resonates throughout the song. The mention of "escenario" and "actores" suggests that life is akin to a theatrical performance, with people assuming various roles as they navigate their desires and struggles.
As the narrative unfolds, the song's focus shifts to the contrasting experiences of different groups within the city. The line about "las santurronas" and "las esposas" alludes to women who conform to societal expectations, juxtaposed against those navigating the complexities of romantic relationships. The singer positions themselves as an observer, suggesting a sense of detachment from the romantic pursuits around them. The phrase "mi palco es mi universo" speaks to the singer's perspective, encapsulating the idea that their vantage point allows for a unique observation of the human condition. Additionally, the reference to sweat in "entre sudores" hints at the physicality of life, showcasing the corporeal experiences that often accompany emotional journeys.
The chorus introduces a recurring theme of indifference among the people passing by, capturing a sense of disconnection in the modern world. This idea resonates with the notion that many individuals feel burdened by the weight of their realities, encapsulated in lines about the world being "un mal que no deja dormir." The description of various women—"solteras, rabiosas, deshechas, preciosas"—highlights the multifaceted nature of love and relationships, while portraying a collective yearning for affection. The metaphor of the "ventana indiscreta," or the indiscreet window, symbolizes the singer's ability to witness these lives unfold, recognizing both the beauty and the sadness inherent in their searches for love.
Finally, the song expands to reflect on the shared struggles of humanity as it juxtaposes the societal divisions between the "santa y delincuente." There is a recognition of the wars individuals carry within themselves as they confront their fragility and desires. Despite their differing backgrounds, the shared goal of love emerges as a unifying theme, emphasizing a collective pursuit amid the tumult of life. The singer's proclamation—"¡qué bueno que puedo mirar!"—underscores their role as an observer, conveying both a sense of privilege in witnessing these unfolding stories and a poignant sadness in the acknowledgment that many are entangled in conflicts that extend beyond their control. Thus, the song intricately weaves together the stories of its characters, creating a profound commentary on love, longing, and the human experience within the urban landscape.
Line by Line Meaning
Mientras la noche se abalanza sobre la ciudad
As the night descends upon the city, cloaking everything in darkness,
se hace la luz en las ventanas, han abierto al bar,
the glow from windows emerges, as the bar welcomes its patrons,
yo apago las bombillas y veo la tierra girar,
I turn off the lights and witness the world spinning in its relentless motion,
el escenario, los actores.
the stage is set, and the players take their roles in this unfolding drama.
Las santurronas se acarician luego de rezar
The pious women indulge in comfort after their prayers,
y las esposas se despeinan para enamorar.
while the married women dishevel their hair in an effort to seduce.
Mi palco es mi universo, y el barrio la verdad
My vantage point serves as my universe, and the neighborhood is the raw reality
entre sudores.
that unfolds amidst the struggles and shared perspiration of life.
Y pasa la gente, tan indiferente
And people pass by, wholly indifferent to their surroundings,
jurando que el mundo no es mas
professing that the world is nothing more
que un mal que no deja dormir
than a torment that robs them of sleep,
o un ruido en el patio de atrás.
or a mere noise echoing in the backyard of their lives.
Solteras, rabiosas,
Single, angered women,
deshechas, preciosas,
broken yet beautiful,
sin nadie a quien puedan besar,
left without anyone to kiss,
amor es su meta, ventana indiscreta.
their only aim is love, a peek through a secret window.
¡qué bueno que puedo mirar!
How fortunate I am to observe this all!
Mientras los gatos improvisan tríos de free jazz
While cats craft spontaneous free jazz trios,
y se disparan las alarmas de la soledad
and the alarms of solitude start ringing,
detrás de la persiana, almas vienen y van;
behind the blinds, souls drift in and out of existence;
la vida es un plano secuencia.
life unfolds as a continuous shot in a film.
Veo al que sueña con el dólar que le salvará,
I see the one dreaming of the dollar that could save him,
veo al que brilla sus medallas, y al que lucha el pan;
I observe the one shining his medals, and the one who fights for bread;
todos a su rutina y yo a mi catedral
everyone lost in their routine while I retreat to my own sanctuary,
tras bambalinas.
hidden behind the scenes of this play we call life.
Y pasa la gente, tan indiferente
And people continue to pass by, so indifferent,
jurando que el mundo no es mas
professing that the world amounts to nothing more
que un mal que no deja dormir
than an affliction that denies them rest,
o un ruido en el patio de atrás.
or simply a sound in their neglected backyard.
Solteras, rabiosas,
Single, furious women,
deshechas, preciosas,
tattered yet exquisite,
sin nadie a quien puedan besar,
missing anyone to share a kiss with,
amor es su meta, ventana indiscreta.
seeking love as their ultimate goal, through a secret window.
¡que bueno que puedo mirar!
How delightful it is that I can watch this unfold!
Y pasa la gente santa y delincuente
And the holy and the criminal wander past,
huyendo de la realidad,
escaping from their harsh realities,
cargando su guerra, su dios,
carrying their battles, their gods,
su fuerza, su fragilidad.
their strengths and vulnerabilities alike.
Heridos, valientes,
Wounded yet brave,
devotos, rebeldes,
devout yet rebellious,
su causa perdida es amar.
surrendering to a love for which they can never win.
Si afuera es la guerra, adentro no hay tregua.
If the outside world is war-torn, there is no truce within.
¡que bueno que puedo mirar!
How wonderful it is that I can observe this all!
Lyrics © Carbonero Publishing
Written by: Carlos Alberto Palacio
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