Antartica
Leo Quinteros Lyrics

The lyrics of Leo Quinteros's song "Antártica" delve into themes of exhaustion, emotional distance, and the deceptive nature of thoughts and words. The opening lines, "Ya no quedan más palabras, El lenguaje me agotó" (There are no more words left, language has exhausted me), convey a sense of weariness and a lack of further communication. The singer feels drained and unable to express themselves adequately.

The following line, "Y el calor sobre la Antártica, Proviene de las llamas de un avión" (And the heat over Antarctica comes from the flames of an airplane), is metaphorical. It suggests that even in the coldest, most untouched places (symbolized by Antarctica), there are outside influences that bring warmth and disturb the tranquility. It could represent the intrusion of external forces into the singer's unsettled emotional space.

The chorus, "Y sin decirnos nada aún, Hemos hablado tanto, Y en el silencio pasa un Dios de largo" (And without saying anything to each other yet, we have spoken so much, and in the silence, a God passes by), reflects on the depth of the unspoken communication between the singer and the person they address. Although words may have failed them, the silence between them holds significant meaning. The mention of a passing God may allude to missed opportunities for connection or intervention.

The second verse introduces the notion of time passing with the line, "Ya no quedan otros días, Sólo un jueves a las tres" (There are no more days left, only a Thursday at three o'clock). This sense of urgency and the specific mention of a day and time highlight the limited remaining chance for forgiveness or resolution. The lyrics "Perdonar en automático, Aguanta como solo una vez" (Forgive automatically, endure like only once) express the need for forgiveness and resilience, suggesting that this opportunity should not be missed.

The subsequent lines, "El cuerpo nos advierte, Que el pensamiento engaña, La idea retrocede y tú avanzas" (The body warns us, that thoughts deceive, ideas retreat while you advance) explore the unreliable nature of thoughts and the contrasting wisdom of bodily sensations. The singer realizes that their own thinking may mislead them, while the other person seems to have a clearer understanding of their emotions and progress. The repetition of "Lo hemos hablado tanto, Creo que hasta el cansancio" (We have spoken about it so much, I believe to the point of exhaustion) reiterates the abundance of communication, which implies a longing for resolution or closure.

In the closing lines, "Dime si te debo algo más, O estamos" (Tell me if I owe you anything else, or if we are), the singer seeks clarity on whether there are lingering debts or unfinished business between them. This suggests a desire to move forward and define their current situation. Overall, "Antártica" portrays the complexity of human connection, the limits of language, and the hope for understanding and resolution.