Pastilla, formerly Juana la Loca, is one of the most intriguing and popular groups on the burgeoning California Rock en Espanol scene -- the heartland of Spanish rock in the U.S. Pastilla's trajectory is phenomenal. These four young Latinos -- average age 20 -- are destined for national and international acclaim.
Pastilla was formed in 1992 in Los Angeles. The group was incarnated as a melodic punk band with an international flavor to their music and songs. Today, based on solid instrumentation (more than 8 years of playing experience each), excellent songs and youthful charisma, Pastilla has evolved into one of the most promising and innovative groups on the Rock en Espanol scene.
Originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, Adrian Monroy (guitar & vocals) and Victor "chicles" Monroy (vocals, guitar & keyboard) are the foundation of the group. When Los Angeles Native Eric Rubalcava (drums) and Mexican-born Heriberto Gonzales (bass) joined Adrian and chicles, the group solidified as Pastilla and hit the ground running.
In early 1996, Aztlan Records signed Pastilla to a recording contract and rushed the band into the studio to make their music available. After non-stop, grueling days and nights in the studio, Pastilla finished recording their self-titled 14 track album.
Ernesto Ramirez, guitarist for Maria Fatal produced the album. Gonzalo "Gary" Wallis, lead for the group La Tele, engineered the project. Reflecting on the completed product, Ernesto said of Pastilla, "Their music is very fresh and definitely very distinguishable from what is common in the Rock en Espanol movement to date. Pastilla is very lyrical, melodic and creative and as a producer I am very satisfied and excited with the CD. The guys gave me total freedom to work with them and experiment with various ideas and concepts. They treated me like another member of the band."
Days Before The War
Pastilla Lyrics
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Explanations mean nothing to you
So what the final destination
Soul of the flower and the birth of a nation
Will you tell me when you get that
Change the symbol it's all mean you there
Some keeps burning love will burn you
Insolation live inside you
Will you tell me when you get that
Change the symbol its all mean you there
In the days before the war
In the days before the war
Some keeps burning love will burn you
Explanations mean nothing to you
So what's the final destination
The soul of a flower the wall of frustration
Will you tell me when you get that
Change the symbol its all mean you there
In the days before the war
The lyrics of Pastilla’s song Days Before The War portray the confusion and uncertainty felt during a time of societal change and upheaval. The first verse speaks of the danger in blindly following others, as “some” will lead you astray and explanations will not offer any clarity. The next line poses a bigger question, the “final destination,” suggesting a larger, existential search for meaning. The following line about the “soul of the flower” and “birth of a nation” invokes imagery of growth and change, possibly hinting at revolution.
The second verse echoes the same themes, warning that love and isolation can both burn and that explanations hold no value. The repetition of the last two lines drives home the sense of confusion and desperation, asking for guidance or any kind of understanding for a time when war is on the horizon. The repetition of “In the days before the war” suggests that these moments of turmoil and transformation are a precursor to greater violence and conflict.
Overall, the lyrics seem to suggest a time of chaos and personal searching, with the threat of war looming over everything. The repetition of certain phrases and questions lends to the feeling of confusion and the search for deeper meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Some keeps grooving down will groove you
People who are confident in their beliefs and actions can influence and manipulate you.
Explanations mean nothing to you
You are not interested in understanding the reasons behind something.
So what the final destination
What is the ultimate end goal or purpose?
Soul of the flower and the birth of a nation
The essence of beauty and growth, and the origin or creation of a country.
Will you tell me when you get that
Can you inform me once you understand that concept?
Change the symbol it's all mean you there
Alter the representation, but the essence and meaning remain the same.
Some keeps burning love will burn you
People who are passionate can also harm and hurt you.
Insolation live inside you
The feeling of isolation lives within you.
In the days before the war
Referring to the time period prior to the start of a battle or conflict.
The soul of a flower the wall of frustration
The essence of beauty and the barrier of anger or disappointment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MONROY VEGA
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