Banderas
Tom Sawyer Lyrics


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Juraste defender aquel intento de ser un país libre
Y no olvidar qe todos nacemos igual

Pero ahí vas otra vez
Prometiendo largarte de aquí
Pero ahí vas otra vez
Nada mas que decir
Qué fácil fue hablar siempre ante los demás
Sin nada qué decir
Y fabricar mil banderas para agitar

Pero ahí vas otra vez
Prometiendo largarte de aquí




Pero ahi vas otra vez
Nada mas que decir

Overall Meaning

This song, "Banderas" by Tom Sawyer, is a reflection on the struggle for freedom in a country, likely a Latin American one. The lyrics speak of someone who swore to defend the attempt to become a free country and to remember that all are born equal, but now seems to be abandoning that cause. The singer points out how easy it is to talk in front of others without really saying anything and how many flags were made to wave, but now the person is only making promises to leave without saying anything more.


The use of the word "banderas" in the title and throughout the song is significant. In many countries, flags and banners are a symbol of freedom and independence. The singer here is pointing out the paradox of waving a flag for freedom and equality while at the same time abandoning those ideals. The repetition of "Pero ahí vas otra vez" underscores the frustration and disappointment of the singer.


Overall, "Banderas" is a powerful critique of those who talk about freedom but do not follow through with actions. It serves as a reminder that words are not enough and that true change comes from following through on our promises.


Line by Line Meaning

Juraste defender aquel intento de ser un país libre
You promised to defend the attempt to become a free country


Y no olvidar que todos nacemos igual
And not to forget that we all are born equal


Pero ahí vas otra vez
But there you go again


Prometiendo largarte de aquí
Promising to leave here


Pero ahí vas otra vez
But there you go again


Nada mas que decir
Nothing else to say


Qué fácil fue hablar siempre ante los demás
How easy it was to always speak in front of others


Sin nada qué decir
Without anything to say


Y fabricar mil banderas para agitar
And make a thousand flags to wave




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