Crucifixión
Luis Eduardo Aute Lyrics
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cuando duermes los sueños de la ignorancia,
eres un crucificado.
Cuando en tu sacrificio cobras desprecio,
cuando mueres poco a poco cada día,
eres un crucificado.
de tu crucifixión.
Cuando callas tus razones por el miedo,
cuando a tus hijos ves crecer en el hambre,
eres un crucificado.
Cuando en vano clamas en este desierto,
cuando siendo un hombre tan sólo eres sombra,
eres un crucificado.
The song "Crucifixión" by Luis Eduardo Aute talks about the various forms of suffering that one can experience in life, which are comparable to being crucified. The lyrics suggest that when one is faced with silence, ignorance, contempt, fear, hunger, and loneliness, they are akin to being nailed down on the cross of life. The repetition of the phrase "eres un crucificado" (you are crucified) throughout the song emphasizes this parallelism.
The first two verses talk about the silence and ignorance that one might face in society, which can lead to a feeling of being trapped and helpless. This can make one feel like they are already dead, or dying slowly. The repetition of "eres un crucificado" also speaks to the belief that suffering is a universal experience that everyone must go through, regardless of their background or beliefs.
The next two verses address poverty, hunger, and fear. The lyrics suggest that when one is forced to choose between their own safety and the welfare of their family, they are crucified in spirit. The call to "despiértate, despierta" (wake up, wake up) is a reminder that even in times of hardship, one must keep fighting and resisting in order to overcome their struggles.
Overall, this song is a powerful statement on the human condition and the many ways in which we can be made to suffer in life. The use of the crucifixion metaphor highlights the immense strength and resilience required to survive, despite the pain and adversity we may face.
Line by Line Meaning
Cuando sufres las cárceles del silencio
Like a prisoner in a cell, suffering from an inability to speak your mind and voice your opinions.
Cuando duermes los sueños de la ignorancia
When you remain ignorant of the truth and remain oblivious to the realities of the world, instead of seeking knowledge.
Eres un crucificado
You are metaphorically crucified, experiencing pain and suffering without any resolution or escape.
Cuando en tu sacrificio cobras desprecio
When you sacrifice everything you have for others, only to be met with disdain and ingratitude from those who benefited from your good deeds.
Cuando mueres poco a poco cada día
Slowly dying emotionally and mentally, every single day, as you bear the weight of your own burden in life.
Despiértate, despierta
Wake up from your slumber, open your eyes to the realities around you and take control of your life.
De tu crucifixión
Free yourself from the metaphorical crucifixion that you've been feeling trapped in for so long.
Cuando callas tus razones por el miedo
When fear dominates your life, silencing your voice and leaving you unable to express your thoughts and feelings openly.
Cuando a tus hijos ves crecer en el hambre
Watching your children grow up in poverty and suffering, without being able to provide them with even the basic necessities of life.
Cuando en vano clamas en este desierto
Screaming out for help, begging for assistance in this barren wasteland where no one seems to care or listen to your cries for help.
Cuando siendo un hombre tan sólo eres sombra
Feeling like nothing more than a shadow, invisible and ignored by the world around you.
Eres un crucificado
Once again, you are metaphorically crucified, trapped in a painful existence with no escape in sight.
Contributed by Xavier I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.