La Rumba Del Piano
Fito Páez Lyrics

Hermano de soledad
Addressing the piano as a companion in solitude

Aquí hoy estamos los dos
Acknowledging the presence of the piano and oneself in this moment

Bajo esta luz de rubí
Describing the atmosphere or mood of the place and time

Entre esta gente nueva
Noting the presence of new people or audience members

Hoy yo te quiero cantar
Expressing the desire to sing to the piano

Madera que hablas por mi
Acknowledging the piano as an instrument that expresses one's thoughts and emotions

Mezcla de yegua y diván
Describing the piano as a mix of elegance and comfort

Refugio lengua y fusil
Referring to the piano as a tool for expression and defense against oppression

Y si me aplauden a mi
Acknowledging that any applause or recognition received also belongs to the piano

También te aplauden a vos
Highlighting the contribution of the piano in the performance and its deserving of applause

Y si me caigo una vez
Accepting the possibility of making mistakes or failing

También se cae tu honor
Stating that the piano's honor or reputation is also at stake in a performance

Y ya que hablamos de amor pinceles y monedas
Transitioning to the topic of love and other ideas or concepts that can be expressed through the piano

Porque no hablamos de vos
Asking why not focus on the piano as a source of inspiration and expression

Cuerpito blanco y negro
Describing the piano's physical appearance or color

Tus cuatro patas piden fiesta
Acknowledging the excitement or energy of the piano

Entonces hay que dársela
Emphasizing the need to fulfill the piano's desire for active participation in the performance

Se va poniendo calentito el aire pide mas y mas
Describing the increasing intensity and momentum of the performance

Claro, se vino la rumba del piano
Announcing the start of an upbeat and lively performance by the piano

Claro, rumba mama
Expressing enthusiasm and energy towards the piano's performance

Mi piano sabe de mi
Highlighting the connection between the pianist and the instrument

De cigarrillos que queman
Alluding to personal experiences or struggles that are reflected in the music being played

De cables putas y dios
Reflecting on the complexity and range of emotions and experiences channeled through the instrument

Y de esta gente que espera
Noting the audience's presence and importance in the performance

El otro día lo vi
Recalling a recent encounter with the piano

Corriendo atrás de su amor
Visualizing the piano as an entity capable of movement and emotion

Una pianola de azul
Describing a specific type or style of piano

Muy vieja, adulta y sin voz
Depicting the piano as an aged and worn instrument, but still with great potential for expression

Y se abre como una flor
Personifying the piano, depicting it as opening up or blossoming with the right touch

Ante un acorde sutil
Noting that the piano responds to delicate and nuanced playing

Y cierra su corazón
Indicating that the piano can also become closed or unresponsive if not played properly

Si lo abandono en abril
Implying that it is important to maintain and care for the piano in order to keep it functioning well

Mi piano un poco soy yo
Asserting the connection and partnership between the pianist and the instrument

Yo soy un poco de el
Further emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between the pianist and the piano

Hermanos en la prisión
Metaphorically depicting the pianist and piano as being united in their shared role and purpose

Viajando en un carrusel
Suggesting a cyclical or repetitive nature to the pianist and piano's performances

Solo te pido un poco de aire para respirar
Requesting space and room to perform and express oneself

Y dejaste entrar aquella melodía
Noting the power of music and melody to move and inspire both the performer and the audience