Mantra
PHILLIPI & RODRIGO Lyrics

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Damas y caballeros hoy vengo a confesarles que tengo miedo
Que le tengo miedo a las incomodidades inevitables de la vida
Tengo miedo de no hacer orgullosa a la gente que me crió
También tengo miedo de ser la burla de esos que llamo mis amigos
Damas y caballeros tengo miedo de volar
Tengo miedo de volar y no ser lo
Suficientemente bueno
Tengo miedo de intentarlo y fallar

Y todos esos miedo me trageron aquí
c una monótona vida en traje y corbata.

Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo
El unico que huye
Estos miedos te hacen sentir solo no es normal nunca sentirse bien
Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo el unico que huye.
Damas y caballeros también tengo miedo heredados por gente que no los
Pudo superar
Y me da miedo que mi vida no tenga sentido y nunca sea realmente feliz
Tengo miedo de decir que tengo miedo
Y por eso me escondo en vicios como el alcohol y le veo las muñecas a las
Personas a ver si alguien se siente igual
Damas y caballeros tengo miedo de volar
Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo el unico que huye.
Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo el unico que huye
Estos miedo te hacen sentir solo no es normal nunca sentirse bien.

Y por qué soy yo
Por qué soy yo el unico que huye

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Mantra" by Phillipi & Rodrigo delve into the raw emotions of fear and vulnerability. The singer begins by confessing their fears to the audience, expressing their apprehension towards the inevitable discomforts of life and the pressure to live up to the expectations of those who raised them. The fear of disappointing loved ones and being ridiculed by friends weighs heavily on their mind, reflecting a deep-seated sense of insecurity and self-doubt.

As the verses unfold, the singer delves further into their personal fears, particularly the fear of failure and not being good enough. The idea of taking risks, such as "flying" metaphorically into the unknown, terrifies them, as they worry about the consequences of falling short of expectations. This fear has led them to lead a monotonous life, conforming to societal norms symbolized by the "suit and tie" they wear, in an attempt to shield themselves from their inner turmoil.

The repeated refrain questioning, "Why am I the one who runs away?" reflects the singer's introspection and self-criticism. They grapple with feelings of isolation and abnormality, as if their struggles with fear and anxiety set them apart from others. The mention of inherited fears from those who never overcame them adds a layer of generational trauma, hinting at a cycle of pain and apprehension that the singer fears perpetuating in their own life.

The lyrics also touch upon the singer's coping mechanisms, such as turning to vices like alcohol and seeking solace in the shared experiences of others who may also be struggling. The mention of observing the wrists of others, perhaps seeking signs of shared vulnerability, showcases a desire for connection amidst their internal turmoil. Ultimately, the song encapsulates a poignant exploration of fear, loneliness, and the universal longing for acceptance and understanding, as the singer grapples with their own inner demons in a quest for genuine happiness and meaning in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Damas y caballeros hoy vengo a confesarles que tengo miedo
Ladies and gentlemen, today I come to confess that I am afraid.

Que le tengo miedo a las incomodidades inevitables de la vida
That I am afraid of the inevitable discomforts of life.

Tengo miedo de no hacer orgullosa a la gente que me crió
I am afraid of not making the people who raised me proud.

También tengo miedo de ser la burla de esos que llamo mis amigos
I am also afraid of being the laughingstock of those I call my friends.

Damas y caballeros tengo miedo de volar
Ladies and gentlemen, I am afraid to fly.

Tengo miedo de volar y no ser lo Suficientemente bueno
I am afraid to fly and not be good enough.

Tengo miedo de intentarlo y fallar
I am afraid to try and fail.

Y todos esos miedo me trageron aquí c una monótona vida en traje y corbata.
And all these fears brought me here to a monotonous life in a suit and tie.

Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo El unico que huye
And why am I the only one who runs away?

Estos miedos te hacen sentir solo no es normal nunca sentirse bien
These fears make you feel alone, it's not normal to never feel good.

Damas y caballeros también tengo miedo heredados por gente que no los Pudo superar
Ladies and gentlemen, I also have fears inherited from people who could not overcome them.

Y me da miedo que mi vida no tenga sentido y nunca sea realmente feliz
And I am afraid that my life is meaningless and I will never truly be happy.

Tengo miedo de decir que tengo miedo
I am afraid to admit that I am afraid.

Y por eso me escondo en vicios como el alcohol y le veo las muñecas a las Personas a ver si alguien se siente igual
And that's why I hide in vices like alcohol and I look at people's wrists to see if someone feels the same.

Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo el unico que huye.
And why am I the only one who runs away?

Y por qué soy yo por qué soy yo el unico que huye Estos miedo te hacen sentir solo no es normal nunca sentirse bien.
And why am I the only one who runs away? These fears make you feel alone, it's not normal to never feel good.

Y por qué soy yo Por qué soy yo el unico que huye
And why am I the only one who runs away?

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