Destiny then worked its wonders once again and a copy of “Eusebio” found its way into the hands of Woody Allen who, won over by the music of Giulia y Los Tellarini, decided to include it in the soundtrack of “Vicky Cristina Barcelona”, which he was filming in Barcelona at that time. In fact it is the song titled “Barcelona” that he chose to be the film’s main theme, whilst another track, “La Ley Del Retiro”, was also picked to feature.
Now the group are finalizing the launch of the album on La Colazione – their own label, created as a joint initiative of MaikMaier studio and the Sones cooperative – and preparing for the live shows that will accompany the presentation of “Eusebio”.
And just who is Eusebio? Eusebi is retired by trade, but an artist at heart. An endearing elderly resident of the neighbourhood of Gracia, in Barcelona, he can easily be found in the cafés and squares of the area, drawing portraits of all those who are willing to offer themselves as subjects. His unique style has always fascinated the members of the group so they decided to collect his portraits, one of each of the musicians who make up Giulia y Los Tellarini, and include them in the booklet that will accompany the CD. There is also a documentary about Eusebi for those who’d like to get to know him better: www.untaleusebi.com
Buenos Aires
Giulia y Los Tellarini Lyrics
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Breaking skies on my way
Jump into the past
Where I first drunk the sun
Finally I do come back
To my country once I'd left
Running after something better
All the countries I've been crossing
And the people I met living
Couldn't tell me more
Than the smell of this sky
So much loved as a child...
Buenos Aires
Means the wellness
Into the air
Buenos Aires
I should now know
I will never forget you
Still I'm homeless
In loneliness
Missing my meaning of life
I'm homeless
In loneliness
Bending my head for cheap price
Oh dear mother where's that part of me
Who was happy playing with anything
Please give me just a shell
Where to hide and keep peacefully
Growing up that's what I thought
Loads of lies you told me so
Even big sister Europe
Don't receive us like shinning gold
What they care about is control
Buenos Aires
Means the wellness
Into the air
Buenos Aires
I should now know
I will never forget you
How could I forget you?
The opening lines of Giulia y Los Tellarini's song "Buenos Aires" suggest that the singer is on a journey, both physically and emotionally. She is "counting the waves," indicating that she is near a body of water, and "breaking skies on my way," suggesting that she is moving towards something unknown, perhaps even turbulent. The phrase "jump into the past where I first drunk the sun" indicates that she is returning to a familiar place, one that holds fond memories for her.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is returning to Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. She notes that she has been "running after something better" but acknowledges that she will "certainly never get" it, suggesting that her journey has not lived up to her expectations. However, as she approaches Buenos Aires, she realizes that the experiences she has had "couldn't tell me more than the smell of this sky, so much loved as a child." This suggests that she has found comfort in returning to a place that holds sentimental value for her, even if it has not fulfilled all her desires.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Buenos Aires means the wellness," which can be interpreted as the singer finding a sense of well-being or peace in returning to her homeland. However, the lines "still I'm homeless in loneliness, missing my meaning of life" suggest that she may still be struggling to find her place in the world. The final lines of the song, "Oh dear mother where's that part of me who was happy playing with anything, please give me just a shell where to hide and keep peacefully," reinforce the idea that the singer is searching for a sense of comfort or security.
Line by Line Meaning
Counting the waves
Taking notice of the rhythmic movement of the water as it ebbs and flows.
Breaking skies on my way
Moving quickly through the open sky under the breaking light of day.
Jump into the past
Mentally transporting oneself back to a time gone by.
Where I first drunk the sun
Recalling a memory of early childhood innocence and wonder, where the warmth of the sun was joyfully savored.
Finally I do come back
After an extended absence, returning to a place with a deep connection and familiarity.
To my country once I'd left
Returning home to the place where one originally hailed from, after being away for an extended period of time.
Running after something better
Chasing after a dream or ideal, always convinced there is something just beyond reach that would bring lasting happiness.
I'll certainly never get
Knowing deep down that one's dreams are unattainable, a painful acceptance that can be difficult to face.
All the countries I've been crossing
Having traveled to many lands and encountered diverse cultures throughout the journey of life.
And the people I met living
Having interacted with a wide range of individuals throughout one's lifetime.
Couldn't tell me more
In spite of all the knowledge, wisdom and experience accumulated, there are still simple truths that are unexplainable; things that must be experienced in order to be truly understood.
Than the smell of this sky
Above all else, the sweet aroma of a familiar place from one's childhood can evoke strong feelings of nostalgia and a deep sense of attachment.
So much loved as a child...
Reminiscing upon the joyful memories of youth, when the feeling of safety and security were at their height.
Buenos Aires
The beloved capital city of Argentina.
Means the wellness
Evokes a sense of physical, mental and spiritual well-being in the singer.
Into the air
The feeling of peace and contentment is so pervasive, it seems to permeate the very air itself.
I should now know
After years of wandering, the artist has come to realize that the sense of completeness they seek is rooted to a specific place and time.
I will never forget you
A vow to always remember and honor the place where the singer's heart is truly at home.
Still I'm homeless
Even though the singer has returned to their place of origin, there is an underlying feeling of not truly belonging anywhere.
In loneliness
There is a pervasive sense of isolation and disconnection from those around them.
Missing my meaning of life
Feeling adrift and unanchored, lacking any solid sense of purpose or direction.
Bending my head for cheap price
Compromising on basic values and principles in order to gain some sort of fleeting advantage or benefit.
Oh dear mother where's that part of me
Looking for a sense of identity and belonging, questioning why it is so illusory and hard to grasp.
Who was happy playing with anything
Remembering the joy and innocence of childhood, when even the smallest things could bring about feelings of wonder and contentment.
Please give me just a shell
A plea for some kind of protective barrier from the harshness of the world outside.
Where to hide and keep peacefully
A desire for a safe and secure space to retreat to and find solace from the storms of life.
Growing up that's what I thought
Believing in certain assumptions about life and the world before truly understanding the nuances of how things really work.
Loads of lies you told me so
Feeling betrayed by those who were supposed to provide guidance and wisdom, realizing that the harsh realities of life are nothing like the fairy-tales filled with magic and unending happiness.
Even big sister Europe
Despite the hopes and dreams of the artist, there is still a feeling of being an outsider, not fully accepted by those in the more civilized and advanced nations of the world.
Don't receive us like shinning gold
Feeling that the singer and their friends and family are not regarded in the same way as the rest of the world, that there is a sense of shame and inadequacy that comes with being from a less affluent and less influential corner of the world.
What they care about is control
A dawning realization that in the complex and often ruthless world of international politics and economics, true compassion and caring are often replaced with a cold, calculating desire for power and control over others.
How could I forget you?
A rhetorical question, indicating that the artist could never forget the place that is so deeply tied to their sense of self and identity.
Writer(s): Giulia Tellarini, Jens Neumaier Sabates, Miguel Angel Alemany Uson, Juan Manuel Bernabe Caride, Xavier Tort Figa, Pablo Diaz Reixa, Alejandro Dario Mazzoni Copyright: Sony/ATV Music Publishing (Spain) LLC S. En C, Maikmaier S.L.
Contributed by Madison B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DaliSalvador
Que voz, que melodia....
Noelia Antonela Rípoli Ont.
Hermosa canción :)
kkania
Piękna piosenka :D Kocham ich piosenki po hiszpańsku, ale po angielsku mogę je zrozumieć ;]
Tadeo Moon
el Buenos Aires que muestra el video tiene algo de una Europa venida a menos, no? lindo tema :)
The2502killbill
Counting the waves Breaking skies on my way Jump into the past Where I first drunk the sun Finally I do come back To the country I once had left Running after something better I'll certainly never get
The2502killbill
All the countries I've been crossing And the people I met living Couldn't tell me more Than the smell of this sky So much loved as a child... Buenos Aires Means the wellness Into the air Buenos Aires I should now know I will never forget you Still I'm homeless In loneliness Missing my meaning of life I'm homeless In loneliness Bending my head for cheap price
Agnieszka Sołtysiak
masterpiece
kbidee
la verdad q seria mas original, el de barcelona es espetacular porq suena a barcelona pero ingles en baires?
The2502killbill
Oh dear mother where's that part of me Who was happy playing with anything Please give me just a shell Where to hide and sleep peacefully Growing up that's what I thought Loads of lies you told me so Even big sister Europe Don't receive us like shining gold What they care about is control Buenos Aires Means the wellness Into the air Buenos Aires I should now know I will never forget you How could I forget you?...
dario ariel miranda
supongo que lo hiso para que la gente que no habla español conosca bs as